Comparison of Logistical Capabilities of Myanmar and Bangladesh forces

Reading Time: < 1 minute AspectMyanmar Army (Tatmadaw)Arakan Army (AA)Bangladesh Army (BDA)Overall Logistics StatusSeverely degraded; reliant on static basesLight, agile, guerrilla-style logisticsFully structured, modern logistics corpsTransport FleetLimited, mostly civilian trucks; many non-functionalMinimal; relies on porters, small boats, civilian vehiclesLarge, dedicated military logistics fleet (trucks, APCs, helicopters)Fuel SupplyChronic shortage; rationed fuel suppliesExtremely limited; minimal fuel needs due to light equipmentAmple military fuel reserves; dedicated S&T corpsAir LogisticsVery limited (few operational Mi-17, Bell helicopters)NoneWell-developed with helicopters, transport aircraft (C-130J, An-32, C295W)Riverine LogisticsSmall-scale, vulnerable to ambushSkilled use of rivers for light transportStrong riverine transport, especially in border and coastal areasRailway UsageRailways sabotaged; barely usableNo railway relianceCan leverage national railway network for military logistics if neededSupply Chain ManagementCorrupt, poorly maintained; plagued by theftInformal, small stockpiles near combat zonesProfessionalised supply management; integrated logistics commandMedical Evacuation (MEDEVAC)Poor, ad hoc systemsBasic battlefield aid onlyDedicated MEDEVAC helicopters, field hospitalsAmmunition SupplyShrinking stockpiles; dependent on captured equipmentSmall stockpiles, light weapons