Why do Russian Soldiers Ride on Top of the AFVs and Squash Their Flasks

📃 If you look closely at pictures of the Russian army, you'll notice that soldiers travelling in light vehicles, are almost always sitting on the roof. But doesn’t that make them an easy target in any engagement? And why do Russian soldiers crumple their water flasks?
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