T-34-85 in Kryvyi Rih

The T-34-85 in Kryvyi Rih is a Soviet medium tank mounted on a concrete base in the heart of the city on Liberation Square. It displays the distinctive profile of this tank model, with its sloped armor and turret-mounted cannon, bearing the identification number 23.

Kryvyi Rih was occupied by German forces from August 1941 until Soviet forces liberated it in February 1944. Tanks of this type were instrumental in the military campaigns that pushed back the occupation.

The memorial serves as a gathering place for local commemorative events and celebrations tied to wartime history. It embodies the connection between the city's identity and its experiences during military conflict.

The memorial is located on Liberation Square and is easily accessible on foot from the city center with good public transportation links nearby. The site is open to the public and can be visited at any time.

This particular tank with identification number 23 saw action beyond the liberation of Kryvyi Rih, participating in later Soviet operations as the war progressed. For those interested in tank history, this specific machine represents a documented chapter in the broader military campaigns.

Location: Kryvyi Rih

Inception: May 8, 1972

Official opening: May 8, 1972

GPS coordinates: 47.90833,33.34333

Latest update: December 12, 2025 12:07