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What weapons Germany is sending to Ukraine

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What weapons Germany is sending to Ukraine

Germany is already supplying Ukraine with light weapons, while heavy systems such as tanks and artillery are to follow. DW takes a look at what Germany has already pledged — and what else Kyiv wants. The Gepard (German for "cheetah") is an anti-aircraft gun, or flak tank, with twin 35-mm guns. It can be used against aircraft and helicopters at altitudes of up to 3,500 meters (11,500 feet), but also against lightly-armored ground targets such as infantry vehicles and transport tanks. This means that the Gepard can be used as both a defensive and offensive weapon. However, the Gepard would not stand a chance against a battle tank because of its relatively small-caliber guns. The Gepard has a range of about 550 kilometers (340 miles) on the road and can ford bodies of water without special additional equipment.
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