Us waepons supplied to Ukraine

Detailed Report on U.S. Weapons Supplied to Ukraine 

Period Covered: February 2022 to May 2025

Focus: Military assistance by the United States to Ukraine in terms of weapons, ammunition, and defense systems



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1. Overview of U.S. Military Assistance to Ukraine


Since the full-scale invasion of Ukraine by Russia on February 24, 2022, the United States has become the largest provider of military aid to Ukraine. This assistance has been aimed at helping Ukraine defend itself against Russian aggression, maintain sovereignty, and strengthen its defensive and offensive capabilities.


As of May 2025, the total U.S. security assistance to Ukraine has exceeded $75 billion, with a substantial portion being weapons and military systems.



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2. Categories of Weapons Provided by the U.S.


The types of weapons can be categorized as follows:


A. Ground-Based Weapons


1. Small Arms and Light Weapons



2. Anti-Tank Systems



3. Artillery Systems



4. Armored Vehicles



5. Tactical Vehicles



6. Engineering and Recovery Equipment




B. Aerial Weapons and Air Defense


1. Drones (UAVs)



2. Surface-to-Air Missiles



3. Advanced Air Defense Systems



4. Helicopters




C. Naval and Maritime Equipment


1. Patrol Boats



2. Riverine Systems




D. Ammunition and Missiles


1. 155mm and 105mm Artillery Rounds



2. Ammunition for HIMARS



3. Javelin Missiles



4. Stinger Missiles



5. Cluster Munitions




E. Advanced Technology & Electronic Warfare


1. Counter-UAV Systems



2. Electronic Warfare Equipment



3. Cybersecurity Systems





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3. Detailed Breakdown of U.S. Weapons to Ukraine


A. Small Arms and Light Weapons


1. Rifles, Pistols, Machine Guns


Over 100,000 rifles and pistols


M240 and M249 machine guns


Shotguns and sniper rifles



2. Grenade Launchers


M203 under-barrel grenade launchers


MK19 automatic grenade launchers



Purpose: For infantry and special forces to conduct mobile operations, defense in urban areas, and short-range engagements.



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B. Anti-Tank Systems


1. Javelin Missiles


Over 10,000+ FGM-148 Javelin systems


Fire-and-forget infrared-guided missile system effective up to 2.5 km



2. AT-4 and Carl Gustaf Recoilless Rifles


Lightweight shoulder-fired weapons



3. TOW Missiles


Tube-launched, wire-guided missiles for long-range tank kills



Purpose: Disabling Russian armored vehicles, tanks (especially T-72, T-80, T-90), and fortifications.



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C. Artillery Systems


1. M777 155mm Howitzers


Long-range, towed howitzers


Over 200 units delivered



2. 105mm Light Artillery Guns


3. High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS)


Highly accurate long-range rocket artillery


Used to target Russian command centers, ammo depots, and bridges



4. Precision-Guided Munitions


Excalibur rounds for 155mm howitzers



Purpose: To counter Russian artillery advantage, enable deep strikes, and shape battlefield engagements.



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D. Armored and Tactical Vehicles


1. M2 Bradley Infantry Fighting Vehicles


Around 200 units


Armored troop carriers with 25mm autocannons and TOW missile launchers



2. M1 Abrams Tanks


Initially committed 31 tanks, delivered in late 2023


Heavily armored main battle tank



3. MRAPs (Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected)


For transporting troops safely in mined or IED-heavy areas



4. Humvees and Tactical Trucks


Over 2000+ units


Includes medical and logistics variants



Purpose: Ground mobility, troop transport, and mechanized assault capability.



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E. Drones (Unmanned Aerial Vehicles - UAVs)


1. Switchblade Kamikaze Drones


Loitering munition capable of targeting tanks and personnel



2. Phoenix Ghost Drones


Custom-developed for Ukraine


Suicide drone with surveillance capability



3. Puma and Raven Surveillance Drones


Short-range recon and target spotting



Purpose: Surveillance, target designation, and loitering strikes



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F. Air Defense Systems


1. Stinger Man-Portable Air-Defense Systems (MANPADS)


Over 2000 units supplied


Effective against helicopters and low-flying aircraft



2. NASAMS (Norwegian Advanced Surface-to-Air Missile Systems)


Medium-range defense against aircraft, drones, and cruise missiles



3. Patriot Air Defense System


Delivered in 2023


High-altitude, long-range system for ballistic missile defense



4. Avenger Air Defense Systems


Short-range defense mounted on Humvees



Purpose: To defend Ukrainian cities and infrastructure from Russian missile and air attacks.



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G. Missiles and Precision Strike Weapons


1. AGM-88 HARM Missiles


High-speed anti-radiation missile


Targets Russian radar systems



2. JDAM (Joint Direct Attack Munition) Kits


Turns regular bombs into precision-guided weapons



3. GLSDB (Ground Launched Small Diameter Bomb)


Precision strikes up to 150 km


Delivered in early 2024



4. ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System)


Long-range missiles capable of striking over 300 km


Delivered in limited quantities in 2024



Purpose: Target command posts, supply lines, and infrastructure behind enemy lines.



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H. Engineering, Demining, and Recovery Equipment


Mine clearing equipment


Bridging systems


Explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) kits


Combat engineering tools



Purpose: To remove Russian mines, build bridges over destroyed infrastructure, and recover damaged vehicles.



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I. Cyber and Electronic Warfare Tools


Secure communications systems


Electronic jamming tools


GPS spoofing protection


Cyber defense systems



Purpose: Enhance command and control, counter Russian EW and drone interference, protect Ukrainian infrastructure from cyberattacks.



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J. Training and Logistics Support


Training of over 10,000 Ukrainian soldiers


U.S. and NATO bases in Germany and Poland


Spare parts and maintenance for tanks, drones, and artillery




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4. Humanitarian and Non-Lethal Aid (Military-Related)


Medical kits and first aid


Body armor and helmets


Field hospitals


Cold-weather gear


Fuel and food supplies for military units




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5. Strategic Significance of U.S. Weapons


A. Shaping the Battlefield


HIMARS and Javelins helped halt Russian advances in 2022–2023.


NASAMS and Patriots limited Russian air superiority.



B. Deterrence and Counter-Offensive Capability


Bradley and Abrams tanks supported Ukraine's 2023 counter-offensive in the Zaporizhzhia region.


GLSDB and ATACMS gave Ukraine the ability to hit deep into Russian supply lines.



C. Symbolic Support


Sending high-value systems like Patriot and Abrams demonstrated long-term U.S. commitment.




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6. Criticism and Limitations


Delays in deliveries (e.g., tanks and ATACMS)


Concerns over escalation


Risk of technology capture


Shortage of Western ammunition




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7. Conclusion


The United States has delivered a vast array of modern, advanced weapon systems to Ukraine to counter Russia’s aggression. From Javelins and HIMARS to Patriots and Abrams, the goal has been to equip Ukraine with both defensive and offensive capabilities, enable survival against a more numerically superior Russian military, and impose strategic costs on Moscow. The effectiveness of these weapons has reshaped the modern battlefield and redefined how proxy military support is conducted in the 21st century.


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