Weapon Production Increases Through Modernization
Weapon production has seen a notable increase thanks to the modernization efforts of existing stocks. The defense industry in Russia has been ramping up production to meet the demands of the ongoing conflict with Ukraine.
Defensive Advantage Projected for 2024
According to British intelligence reports, Russia’s defense industry may have an advantage over Ukraine by 2024. The industry saw a significant boost in production in 2023, with the number of workers in the defense industry complex reaching 3.5 million.
Despite the increase in production, the focus has been on refurbishing and modernizing existing equipment rather than starting entirely new production lines. For example, most main battle tanks produced in 2023 were refurbished machines.
While the production of artillery ammunition has increased, the limited capacities may soon reach their peak. This indicates that the defense industry in Russia is working tirelessly to meet the demands of the conflict.
