Russia's losses in Ukraine as of October 5: +1280 soldiers and a lot of equipment
In one day, the Armed Forces of Ukraine destroyed a record number of Russian equipment (photo: Getty Images)
In the past 24 hours, from October 4 to 5, Russian forces have lost 1,280 soldiers on the front lines, over 70 artillery systems, and 5 anti-aircraft systems, according to the data from the General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine.
The total combat Russian losses from February 24, 2022, to October 5, 2024, are estimated to be:
- personnel - about 659 220 (+1280) Russian troops were eliminated;
- tanks - 8916 (+8);
- troop-carrying AFVs - 17 658 (+31);
- artillery systems - 19 037 (+72);
- MLRS - 1216 (+4);
- anti-aircraft systems - 970 (+5);
- aircraft - 368;
- helicopters - 328;
- UAV operational-tactical level - 16 529 (+35);
- cruise missiles - 2613;
- warships/boats - 28;
- submarines - 1;
- vehicles and fuel tanks - 25 905 (+85);
- special equipment - 3344 (+11).
Frontline situation and shelling
According to ISW, Ukrainian forces have successfully engaged the enemy in the Kharkiv region. However, Russian troops have achieved success in several directions in the Donetsk region.
During the night, Russian forces once again attacked Ukraine with Shahed drones. Air defense forces destroyed three enemy drones.
The General Staff reports that the most challenging situation for defenders has developed in the Kurakhove direction.
