48th Storage Arsenal Patch 7x8cm – Ukrainian Armed Forces PVC Insignia

48th Storage Arsenal Patch 7x8cm — PVC patch representing the 48th Arsenal of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine, responsible for the long-term storage, maintenance, and distribution of ammunition and weapons stockpiles. The patch is made from durable PVC, standard 7×8 cm in size.

The 48th Arsenal is a military logistical facility under the authority of Ukraine’s Armed Forces, playing a crucial role in supplying ammunition to various units across the country, especially during wartime operations.

This patch is worn by personnel assigned to the 48th Arsenal and logistics support units involved in national defense and wartime resupply efforts.

Historical Background – 48th Storage Arsenal:

The 48th Arsenal of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine is one of the country’s key strategic ammunition storage and distribution facilities. Located near Kalynivka in Vinnytsia Oblast, it gained wide public attention after a massive explosion occurred in September 2017, which Ukrainian authorities later attributed to sabotage.

Before and after the incident, the arsenal served as a crucial hub for managing and storing tens of thousands of tons of ammunition, including artillery shells, rockets, and small arms munitions. Since the beginning of the war in 2014, and especially during the full-scale invasion in 2022, the role of such arsenals became even more vital in ensuring continuous supply to frontline units.

Personnel at the 48th Arsenal are involved in logistics, security, explosive safety protocols, and coordination with active combat brigades. The arsenal remains a cornerstone of Ukraine’s logistical resilience during the ongoing war.