In theory, the Russians have a large number of tanks. In actuality, they possess the most tanks worldwide.
They don't actually have as many as they previously stated, though. The Russians effectively tricked the system by storing tanks.
If 10,000 tanks were listed, half of them might not be operable due to problems. However, in theory, they have a budget designated for the upkeep of 10,000 tanks. As a matter of fact, individuals are using that money to remove components from one tank in order to fix another.
They don't actually have as many as they previously stated, though. The Russians effectively tricked the system by storing tanks.
If 10,000 tanks were listed, half of them might not be operable due to problems. However, in theory, they have a budget designated for the upkeep of 10,000 tanks. As a matter of fact, individuals are using that money to remove components from one tank in order to fix another.