Ukraine Receives Over 2,000 Senator Armored Vehicles From Canadian Maker Roshel

Canadian defense manufacturer Roshel has now supplied Ukraine with more than 2,000 Senator armored vehicles since Russia launched its full-scale invasion, company CEO Roman Shimonov confirmed on December 5.

His comment came in response to a question on X from defense analyst Jeff21461, who referenced an earlier figure of 1,700 vehicles. Shimonov replied, “Over 2000,” confirming that the number of Senators delivered to Ukraine has continued to grow.

According to Defence Blog on December 7, the Senator line has become one of the key vehicle platforms for Ukraine’s military, valued for its modular construction, quick production cycle, and adaptability in frontline conditions. Ukrainian units use the vehicles for tasks ranging from troop transport and logistics to medical evacuation under fire.

On December 5, Shimonov posted new frontline footage showing a Senator being struck by a drone. Despite the hit, the vehicle stayed operational, and the crew survived.

“The crew survived and was able to return safely because the vehicle continued to perform as designed,” he wrote. “Moments like these remind us why this work matters. These vehicles are protecting lives and helping Ukrainian personnel make it back home.”

He added the vehicles are saving lives and allowing Ukrainian personnel to return home safely, adding that none of this would be possible without ongoing support from Canada and allied partners.

As reported by Defence Blog, Roshel has become one of Canada’s primary providers of armored vehicles for Ukraine. Since the beginning of the full-scale invasion, the company has rapidly expanded its manufacturing capacity to keep pace with frontline needs. Early batches were delivered through Canadian government programs and donation packages, while later shipments have also come through international assistance channels and direct purchases by Ukraine.

Earlier, it was reported that most of Ukraine’s key frontline innovations are now being developed by private defense companies.

Vladyslav Belbas, CEO of Ukrainian Armor—the country’s largest private arms producer—noted that 2025 has been the company’s most productive year so far, both in terms of creating new systems and having them approved and adopted for operational use. As a result, Ukrainian Armor now holds one of the widest product portfolios in Ukraine’s defense industry.

Truth is Under Attack

Help our reporters investigate lies, verify facts, and deliver truth from Ukraine’s frontlines.

DEFEND THE TRUTH