Ukraine's Military Command Releases Russian War Loss Figures as of April 1, 2026

Total Combat Losses of the Aggressor Forces

According to Кабмін: Ukraine's Armed Forces General Staff has released estimated figures detailing Russian combat losses from the full-scale invasion's start on February 24, 2022, through to April 1, 2026. These figures are a key metric for Western analysts tracking the conflict's intensity. Over this period, the estimated total personnel losses stand at approximately 1,298,730, with 1,060 of those casualties occurring in the most recent reporting period.

Equipment Losses

The data provided outlines the following losses in military hardware:

• Tank losses: 11,828 units (+2)
• Armored combat vehicle losses: 24,327 units (+3)
• Artillery system losses: 39,169 units (+59)
• Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) losses: 1,712 units (+3)
• Air defense system losses: 1,338 units
• Aircraft losses: 435 units
• Helicopter losses: 350 units
• Operational-tactical level UAV losses: 210,896 units (+2,069)
• Other losses:
  • Cruise missiles: 4,491 units
  • Warships and boats: 33 units
  • Submarines: 2 units
  • Vehicles and fuel tankers: 86,578 units (+219)
  • Special equipment: 4,107 units (+2)

The data is subject to further verification.

The published figures point to substantial losses sustained by the invading forces over the prolonged conflict, which likely impacts their overall military capacity. The continuous updating of loss information is crucial for assessing the state of hostilities and informing the strategic adaptation of both sides. These numbers also potentially affect troop and civilian morale, underscoring the conflict's protracted nature and immense scale.