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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Maanya Sachdeva

EXPLAINED: British troops to use e bikes to sneak up on enemy | Rare Historical Photos

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The British army is trialling battery-powered bikes to gain a tactical advantage on the battlefield, following Ukraine’s example in its war against Russia.

During the early days of the invasion, Ukrainian troops attacked Russian tanks using Delfast e-bikes that have a range of around 200 kilometres.

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