Briged 10 Para Adakan Eksesais Iron Shield Siri 10/2024 dengan Penembakan NLAW

24 Desember 2024

Briged 10 Para adakan eksesais Iron Shield Siri 10/2024 di Gemas, Negeri Sembilan-Johor (all photos: Briged Para 10)

Eksesais Iron Shield Siri 10/2024 Meningkatkan Tahap Kompetensi dan Kesiagaan Pasukan Kompeni Bantuan (Para) bagi Mendukung Battle Group di Medan Tempur

GEMAS – Kompeni Bantuan (Para) telah berjaya melaksanakan Eksesais IRON SHIELD Siri 10/2024 yang berlangsung mulai 3 hingga 16 Dis 2024 di Kawasan Am Kem Asahan, Gemas melibatkan 4 Peg dan 82 anggota LLP.

Objektif eksesais adalah untuk menguji tahap kompetensi dan kepakaran khusus (Key Task List) pasukan dalam membantu operasi Battle Group 10 Bgd (Para) sebagai Rapid Deployment Force (RDF).

Eksesais ini dilaksanakan melalui tiga peringkat iaitu Peringkat Pertama (Tembak Tempur Individu (LTTI)), peringkat kedua (Latihan Tembak Tempur Tim (LTTT)) dan peringkat ketiga (Latihan Tempur Serangan Platun).

Timbalan Panglima 10 Bgd (Para) Kol Mohd Azral bin Manan hadir bagi menyaksikan demonstrasi tembakan senjata Anti Kereta Kebal yang baharu iaitu Next Generation Light Anti-Tank Weapon (NLAW) yang dilaksanakan di Lapang Sasar OP 3 dan serangan akhir Eks IRON SHIELD Siri 10/24 yang dilaksanakan di Lapang Sasar Tapak Bravo sebagai acara penutup eksesais ini.

Turut hadir Pegawai Staf 1 Latih MK 10 Bgd (Para) Lt Kol Zain Azrai bin Hj Karia.

(Briged 10 Para)

Uji Fungsi Drone VTOL di KRI Semarang 594: Teknologi Baru Dukung Operasi Strategis

24 Desember 2024

Uji coba VTOL drone di KRI Semarang 594 (photos: Puspenerbal)

TNl AL, Dispen Puspenerbal -- Teknologi drone terus menghadirkan inovasi dalam berbagai sektor, termasuk bidang militer. Drone kini tidak hanya digunakan untuk pengawasan dan pengintaian, tetapi juga mendukung misi-misi strategis dengan kemampuan otonom yang semakin canggih.

Salah satu pengembangan terbaru adalah Multicopter Vertical Take Off Landing (VTOL) Fixed Wing Drone, yang diuji coba oleh TNI Angkatan Laut di atas KRI Semarang 594. KRI Semarang 594 menjadi saksi pelaksanaan uji fungsi Multicopter Vertical Take Off Landing (VTOL) Fixed Wing Drone, Jumat (20/12) lalu.

Kegiatan tersebut melibatkan personel Wing Udara 2 Puspenerbal, Letda Laut (E) Oscar Panji N dan Letda Laut (E) Juan Syah P, serta ditinjau langsung oleh Komandan Wing Udara 2 Puspenerbal, Kolonel Laut (P) Adam Firmansyah.

Menurut Danwing Udara 2, agenda yang dimulai dengan embarkasi material dan personel ke KRI Semarang 594, dilanjutkan dengan uji terbang drone untuk menguji kemampuan pengawasan dan pengumpulan data secara efektif.

Dalam uji terbang pertama lanjutnya, drone berhasil melakukan orientasi pilot, sedangkan pada uji terbang kedua, drone dilengkapi kamera Topotech DIT 30B untuk menguji kemampuan pengambilan gambar dan pengiriman data ke Ground Control Station (GCS).

Hasil uji fungsi ini tambahnya, menunjukkan keberhasilan dalam menampilkan video penerimaan di GCS dengan tiga layer, yakni video thermal, video wide, dan zoom besar.

"Thermal image video berfungsi dengan sangat baik, mendukung operasi yang memerlukan pengawasan visual jarak jauh. Dengan kecepatan jelajah stabil di kisaran 20-22 m/s, drone juga berhasil menjalankan misi waypoint sejauh 3 km secara otonom mengikuti jalur yang telah ditentukan," ungkapnya.

Komandan Wing Udara 2 Puspenerbal mengapresiasi hasil uji ini. Teknologi ini membuka peluang baru bagi TNI AL dalam meningkatkan kemampuan pengawasan dan pengintaian.

Dengan perkembangan ini, kami optimistis dapat menghadapi tantangan operasional di masa depan dengan lebih baik,” ujarnya.

KRI Semarang LPD 594 (photo: KRI Semarang)

Multicopter VTOL Fixed Wing Drone diharapkan menjadi salah satu aset strategis dalam mendukung berbagai misi TNI AL, termasuk operasi pengawasan maritim dan intelijen di wilayah perairan nasional.

Keberhasilan uji coba ini menunjukkan potensi besar penggunaan teknologi drone di masa depan. TNI AL optimistis bahwa pengembangan dan integrasi teknologi canggih seperti VTOL Fixed Wing Drone akan terus meningkatkan kemampuan operasional dalam menjaga kedaulatan wilayah perairan nasional sekaligus menghadapi tantangan keamanan maritim yang semakin kompleks.

(Puspenerbal)

Unmanned Aerial System "Made in Vietnam" at Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024

23 Desember 2024

VU-R70 medium-altitude light reconnaissance UAV (photo: BaoQDND)

Vietnam's modern UAV fleet to appear at the 2024 International Defense Exhibition

At the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024, units will introduce many modern equipment, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), thereby affirming Vietnam's defense technology potential and self-reliance capacity.

These products serve the missions of reconnaissance, target designation and precise attack, helping the force to operate proactively in all situations. At the exhibition, the booth of Viettel High Tech Industry Corporation has 3 types of UAVs, including  reconnaissance UAVs, suicide UAVs and multi-purpose UAVs. All of these UAV products are mastered by Viettel, researched, developed and manufactured 100% domestically. 

Among them, the VU-R70 medium-range light reconnaissance UAV stands out with its flexible day and night surveillance capabilities, long operating time and high speed. With a wingspan of 3.1m, a length of 1.7m and a maximum take-off weight of 26kg, the VU-R70 can operate continuously for 4.5 hours and reach a maximum speed of 120km/h. 

The integrated electro-optical camera system allows day/night observation, laser range measurement with HD resolution. 

VU-C2 suicide UAV (kamikaze UAV) (photo: VNExpress) 

The AI ​​technology integrated into the camera system also allows the VU-R70 to search, detect, and identify targets completely automatically, then indicate targets to the fire force and send information to the Command Center in real time. In particular, the VU-R70 is also equipped with the ability to take off and land completely automatically in the vertical direction (VTOL), increasing flexibility in mission deployment. 

In addition, the VU-R50 short-range light reconnaissance UAV is the optimal vehicle for fast and accurate reconnaissance missions. With a wingspan of 3.2m, a length of 2.2m and a maximum take-off weight of 26kg, the VU-R50 can operate continuously for 3 hours at a maximum speed of 120km/h. 

Like the VU-R70, the VU-R50's electro-optical camera system is also equipped with day/night observation capabilities, a laser rangefinder and high-resolution images. Its compact design and flexible operation make the VU-R50 an effective surveillance tool in tactical situations.

VU-QL1 vertical reconnaissance UAV (photo: BaoQDND)

Notable at this exhibition is the presence of the VU-C2 suicide UAV (cruise bullet) with the ability to precisely attack battlefield targets. 

The VU-C2 is equipped with an optical-electronic warhead and homing head, integrated with AI, allowing for fully automatic search, detection and locking of targets and attacking targets when ordered by the commander. T

his weapon has a wingspan of 1.5m, a length of 1.1m and a maximum take-off weight of 8kg, a continuous operating time of 40 minutes, reaching a maximum target attack speed of up to more than 130km/h. 

The entire system including the aircraft and the launch system is lightweight, can be quickly disassembled, making it easy for soldiers to deploy, carry and maneuver.

VU-MALE model long-range multi-purpose UAV (photo: tuoitre)

In addition, Viettel also introduced the VU-MALE long-range multi-purpose UAV model with the ability to operate at long distances in all weather conditions and carry many types of long-range attack and reconnaissance equipment. 

This product represents a technological breakthrough, opening up completely new combat capabilities for the military and the development potential of Vietnam's defense industry in the future.

At the outdoor exhibition area for UAV products researched and produced by Vietnam, the RAV-80 UAV was introduced with the ability to take off and land vertically, suitable for reconnaissance missions, combat support, infrastructure monitoring and search and rescue...

The RAV-80 has a wingspan of 2.5m, a length of 1.3m, a height of 0.2m and a maximum take-off weight of 15kg. This UAV has a cruising speed of 80-100km/h, a maximum speed of 120km/h, an operating range of 80km and a maximum continuous flight time of 150 minutes. The maximum flight ceiling of the RAV-80 is 3,500m, and is accurately guided by the GNSS and INS systems. 

RAV-80 VTOL UAV (photo: tuoitre)

Integrating modern equipment such as optical-thermal imaging systems, reflective lenses, infrared thermal decoys, smoke, etc., the RAV-80 is a testament to Vietnam's self-reliance in defense industry research and production, effectively meeting military and civilian requirements.

Meanwhile, the M400-CT2 UAV is designed as a flying target for training and testing medium- and short-range air defense equipment and missiles, while simulating various combat missions.

With a wingspan of 3.2m, a length of 2.8m, a height of 1.1m and a maximum take-off weight of 110kg, the M400-CT2 has a maximum effective payload of 10kg. This UAV has a cruising speed of 200-220km/h, a maximum speed of 260km/h, an operating time of 120 minutes and a ceiling of 3,500m. The GNSS and INS navigation systems ensure precise operation, along with the ability to take off and land on the runway.

In addition, the M400-CT2 can integrate optional equipment such as optical systems, thermal imaging, reflective lenses, infrared thermal decoys, smoke. With its flexibility and high performance, the M400-CT2 makes an important contribution to training and improving the combat capabilities of the Vietnam Air Defense - Air Force, affirming the development of the Vietnam defense industry.

M400-CT2 target drone (photo: BaoQDND)

Appearing at the outdoor exhibition area, the DIS-18 UAV is also designed as a flying target for training, testing and evaluating the effectiveness of medium- and long-range air defense systems and missiles. The DIS-18 has a wingspan of 2.8m, a length of 3.1m, a height of 1.3m, a maximum take-off weight of 102kg and a maximum effective payload of 5kg. 

This UAV has a cruise speed of 200-250km/h, a maximum speed of 360km/h, an operating radius of 100km, a flight time of 60 minutes and a ceiling of 5,000m. The GNSS and INS navigation systems ensure precise operation, along with the ability to take off and land on the runway.

In addition, DIS-18 is also equipped with optical systems, thermal imaging, reflective lenses, infrared thermal decoys, smoke. With its flexibility and high performance, DIS-18 is a testament to Vietnam's defense technology development capacity, well meeting the task of training and testing air defense weapons.

The DIS-18 UAV is also designed as a flying target for training, testing and evaluating the effectiveness of medium and long-range air defense weapon systems (photo: VNExpress)

Another product introduced at the exhibition is the MMD-01 multi-role UAV, designed to perform a variety of missions in the defense and civilian sectors. This UAV uses a combination of electric motors and internal combustion engines, providing flexible operation, fuel economy and suitability for many combat environments.

The products brought to this exhibition not only demonstrate Vietnam's research and development capacity in the field of defense technology but also contribute to building trust, promoting peace, stability and defense cooperation for the common interests of the region and the world. The Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024 promises to create a strong impression, affirming the message of Vietnam's proactiveness and increasingly strong defense potential.

(QDND)

Additional UAV Unveiled

BXL.01 and QXL.01 suicide bomber (kamikaze UAV) (photo: TuoitTre)

The pair of UAVs - BXL.01 and QXL.01, manufactured in 2024, are products designed and manufactured by Factory Z131, General Department of Defense Industry. This is a suicide combat propeller UAV, carrying a penetrating warhead to destroy tanks, armored vehicles, self-propelled artillery, radar stations and other types of armored technical vehicles in a fixed state with a wall thickness of no more than 250mm. 

Maximum take-off weight is 10kg, carrying a warhead weight of 1.2kg, flight ceiling of 1,000m, flight speed of 100-120km/h and continuous operation distance of 10km.

MMD01 Multi-rotor UAV (photo: TuoiTre)

The UAV model - MMD01 is a multi-rotor unmanned aircraft, using a combination of electric motors and internal combustion engines. 

It is used in reconnaissance, combat, search and rescue, and cargo transportation missions. Maximum flight speed is 60km/h and maximum take-off weight is up to 80kg

(TuoiTre)

TNI Bangun Satuan Radar Baru di Lanud Sjamsudin Noor, Kalimantan Selatan

23 Desember 2024

Pembangunan radar baru di Lanud Sjamsudin Noor, Banjarbaru, Kalimantan Selatan (photos: TNI AU)

TNI AU Siaga Menjaga Kedaulatan Udara: Pangkoopsudnas Tinjau Pembangunan Radar di Lanud Sjamsudin Noor

Panglima Komando Operasi Udara Nasional (Pangkoopsudnas) Marsdya TNI Ir. Tedi Rizalihadi S., M.M., didampingi Panglima Komando Operasi Udara II (Pangkoopsud II) Marsda TNI Deni Hasoloan S., melakukan kunjungan kerja ke Pangkalan TNI AU Sjamsudin Noor, Banjarbaru, Kalimantan Selatan, Rabu (18/12/2024). Kunjungan ini bertujuan untuk meninjau progres pembangunan Satuan Radar (Satrad) strategis Komando Sektor II, yang menjadi elemen penting dalam mendukung sistem pertahanan udara nasional.

Kegiatan diawali dengan paparan kesiapan oleh Komandan Lanud Sjamsudin Noor Kolonel Pnb Sri Raharjo, M.Han., mengenai peran Satrad dalam mendeteksi dan memantau lalu lintas udara. Pangkoopsudnas bersama rombongan kemudian meninjau langsung lokasi pembangunan radar untuk memastikan kesiapan infrastruktur dan kesesuaiannya dengan target operasional TNI AU. Satrad ini dirancang untuk memperkuat kemampuan deteksi dini terhadap potensi ancaman udara, sehingga menjaga kedaulatan wilayah udara Indonesia secara maksimal.

Dalam kesempatan tersebut, Pangkoopsud II Marsda TNI Deni Hasoloan S. menegaskan komitmen TNI AU untuk terus memperkuat infrastruktur strategis. "Pembangunan Satuan Radar ini merupakan salah satu langkah nyata TNI AU dalam memastikan kesiapan operasional dan meningkatkan kemampuan pengawasan udara secara berkelanjutan," ujarnya.

Selain peninjauan Satrad, kegiatan ini juga melibatkan Ketua PIA Ardhya Garini Gabungan Koopsudnas, Ny. Dewi Tedi Rizalihadi, yang didampingi Ketua PIA Ardhya Garini Daerah II Koopsud II, Ny. Siska Deni Hasoloan, dan Ketua PIA Ardhya Garini Cabang 11/D.II Lanud Sjamsudin Noor, Ny. Riena Sri Raharjo. Mereka mengunjungi PAUD Terpadu Angkasa I, Posyandu Enggang, dan Kantor PIA AG Cabang 11/D.II sebagai bentuk dukungan terhadap kegiatan sosial dan pendidikan di lingkungan TNI AU.

Kunjungan ini juga dihadiri oleh Komandan Kosek II Marsma TNI Arief Hartono S.H., MNSA., beserta pejabat Koopsudnas, Koopsud II, dan Lanud Sjamsudin Noor. Dengan sinergi seluruh elemen, TNI AU terus berkomitmen menjaga kedaulatan udara dan angkasa Indonesia melalui pembangunan infrastruktur strategis yang mendukung penguatan sistem pertahanan udara nasional.

(TNI AU)

The Royal Oman Navy has Signed a Contract to Build Four Landing Craft with the Thai Marsun Shipyard

23 Desember 2024

Signing ceremony between Oman MoD and Thai Marsun shipyard (photo: Thai Embassy at Muscat)

The Embassy witnessed the signing ceremony of the contract between the Ministry of Defence of Oman and Marsun Public Company Limited

On 10 December 2024, Mr. Ek-att Thitaram, Minister Counsellor, represented the Royal Thai Embassy in Muscat as a witness in the signing ceremony of the contract between the Ministry of Defense of the Sultanate of Oman and Marsun Public Company Limited on Design, Build, and Supply of Landing Craft Vessel for the Royal Navy of Oman. 

Marsun shipyard is experienced in building Landing Craft Vessel for the Royal Thai Navy (image: Marsun)

After the ceremony, the delegation including representatives of the Ministry of Defense of Thailand and the Royal Thai Navy met with HE Ms. Warunee Pan-krajang, Ambassador-Designate, to provide information on the company's business operations and Thailand's potential for the defense industry.

(Thai Embassy-Muscat)

Witnessing the First Training Aircraft Manufactured in Vietnam

22 Desember 2024

According to the manufacturer, the TP-150 aircraft is equipped with a 150 horsepower engine, can fly at a speed of nearly 300km/h continuously for 6.5 hours (with auxiliary fuel tanks) and perform complex aerobatic flights, as well as formation flights (photo: QDND)

A special aircraft appeared at the outdoor exhibition area of ​​the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024. It is the TP-150 - the first training aircraft produced in Vietnam.

The table presents the general technical specifications of the aircraft (photo: QDND)

According to Mr. Tran Hai Dang, Chairman of the Board of Directors of Flying Legend Vietnam Company, TP-150 is a primary training and patrol aircraft, used for training military pilots and can be applied in civil aviation.

The TP-150 aircraft is designed and manufactured in compliance with international standards such as EASA CS-VLA and FAA Experimental Aircraft as well as many military standards (photo: QDND)

The aircraft was designed by engineers from Flying Legend Italy. The engines, propellers and electronics are from Western countries. Notably, the rest of the fuselage, wings, landing gear and accessories are manufactured and assembled entirely at Flying Legend Vietnam's factory in Vinh Phuc province. The aircraft meets high technical standards in the aviation industry.

The table presents the general technical specifications of the aircraft (photo: QDND)

Flying Legend Vietnam's leaders said that this aircraft will mainly be exported to South American, North African and Asia-Pacific markets, mostly used in the air forces of these countries.

The TP-150's fuselage, wings, landing gear and accessories are completely manufactured and assembled in Vietnam (photo: QDND)

“The first "launch" of the TP-150, specifically at the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024 , demonstrates the company's desire to lay the first brick for Vietnam's aircraft production industry,” Mr. Tran Hai Dang expressed his expectations.

(QDND)

Flying Legend  build a TP-150 aircraft in Vietnam for the Asian market (photo: Flying Legend)

Lets Introduce The Flying Legend Vietnam Factory

After only one year from the agreement reached with the new Vietnamese partners,

with countless efforts we managed to start production in Hanoi.

We are really proud of the incredible results we have achieved and we will announce the presence in Vietnam and in the Asian territory of this new reality on the occasion of the Vetnam Defence Expo 2024 which will be held from 19 to 22 December in Hanoi.

Flying Legend continues to grow becoming more and more a reality present in the world market (Flying Legend USA)

The first aircraft manufactured in Vietnam (photo: Flying Legend VN)

Flying Legend Vietnam

Flying Legend Vietnam is a joint venture between Italy and Vietnam, manufacturing light aircraft based on technology and design of Flying Legend Italy. With a knowledge base of nearly 30 years of experience in the aviation industry, our team aims to develop domestic aircraft assembly and production activities, meeting international and military aviation standards. Our first typical product is TP-150, a military aircraft used for basic training and patrol.

This small plane represents the desire to dominate the sky of the team of aviation engineers, wishing to contribute their small part to the Vietnamese defense industry. We want to be the first members of the group of private enterprises participating in the Law on Defense, Security and Industrial Mobilization.

Flying Legend Vietnam – Aspiration to grow with the country. (Flying Legend VN)

DAHANA Berharap Roket Ground-to-ground Rhan-450 Dapat Segera Diproduksi Massal

22 Desember 2024

Roket Ground-to-ground Rhan-450 (photos: Dahana)

PT DAHANA terus mengembangkan bahan peledak militer. Setelah pengembangan jenis roket R-Han 122b bersama Konsorsium Roket Nasional, kini DAHANA mengembangkan roket R-Han 450. Hal ini sejalan dengan perhatian khusus Holding DEFEND ID kepada DAHANA yang bergerak di bidang bahan berenergi tinggi untuk mengembangkan teknologi roket.

Direktur Utama PT DAHANA Syaifuddin menuturkan, di bawah kerjasama dan supervisi Balitbang Kemhan RI, DAHANA berharap Roket Ground-to-ground Rhan-450 dapat segera siap untuk diproduksi massal.

“Pertama, kami ingin mengucapkan terima kasih yang sebesar-besarnya kepada Balitbang Kementerian Pertahanan yang berkomitmen melanjutkan cita-cita bersama untuk memiliki Roket Pertahanan yang dapat menjaga kedaulatan bangsa dan negara," ungkap Syaifuddin.

Syaifuddin juga berharap, dengan kekuatan kolaborasi dan gotong royong di antara seluruh stakeholder seperti Balitbang Kemhan RI dan BRIN, industri pertahanan dalam negeri dapat terus berkembang dan menjadi pemain penting dalam rantai pasok industri pertahanan dunia.

"Mohon doanya dari seluruh pihak, agar R-Han 450 dapat memberikan hasil terbaik pada pengujian statis tahap akhir dan dapat melewati tahap-tahap berikutnya dengan lancar, sehingga akhirnya dapat diproduksi massal oleh DAHANA,” ujar Syaifuddin di Jakarta, Senin, 16 Desember 2024.

Sementara itu, Direktur Teknologi & Pengembangan PT DAHANA Suhendra Yusuf RPN mengatakan, R-Han 450 telah melalui beragam uji coba sejak tahun 2018 dengan uji terbang, dan uji statis pada tahun 2022 yang menunjukkan kemajuan dari segi performa. R-Han 450 memiliki panjang 7.8 meter, diameter 46 centimeter, dan bobot total mencapai 1900 kilogram.

Roket pertahanan Rhan-450 (photo: istimewa)

"Roket ini juga memiliki daya jangkau hingga lebih dari 100 kilometer dengan kecepatan mencapai 4.500 km/jam," tutur Suhendra.

Selain mengembangkan Roket Pertahanan, DAHANA turut mengembangkan berbagai teknologi peledak militer lain untuk memperkuat kemandirian Alat Peralatan Pertahanan dan Keamanan (Alpalhankam) nasional, seperti pengembangan Smart Bomb untuk UAV, pengembangan produksi propelan, dan berbagai pengembangan lainnya.

(Dahana)

Fincantieri Completes Final Operation Test of Lithium-ion Battery Tests for U212 NFS Submarines

22 Desember 2024

Li-Ion Battery for U212 NFS (photos: Fincantieri)

POWER4FUTURE Spa, part of Fincantieri Group, has successfully completed the final operational test of the Lithium-ion Battery System (LBS) intended for the Italian Navy's U212 Near Future Submarines (NFS) at the Piedimonte San Germano facility.

 

For the first time since the start of the U212 NFS program, a complete lithium-ion battery system has been powered up and tested under real operating conditions to verify its performance during charging and discharging phases. This achievement underscores the effective collaboration between OCCAR, NAVARM, and the industrial chain composed of leading companies like POWER4FUTURE, as part of the modernization program for the Navy's submarine capabilities.

 

This activity marks an important milestone towards the homologation of the entire lithium-ion battery system, within a project that encompasses the construction of a state-of-the-art laboratory which will also serve as a training center for personnel and crews involved.

 

An accomplishment that further solidifies our commitment to the underwater sector, bringing increasingly innovative solutions and future-proof units on board.

(Fincantieri)

Land Weapon System "Made in Vietnam" at Vietnam International Defense Expo 2024

22 Desember 2024

From left to right: Missile loading vehicle, Guidance radar station, Missile Command vehicle, and Self-propelled launcher of the Truong Son complex (photo: VietnamNet)

(Chinhphu.vn) - Many new types of military equipment developed and produced by the Vietnamese defense industry were displayed for the first time at the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024 (Vietnam Defense Expo 2024).

Among them are many new types of military equipment developed and produced by the Vietnamese defense industry, displayed for the first time at the exhibition.

Vietnamese products displayed and introduced at the exhibition include products researched and manufactured by agencies and units of the Ministry of National Defense (General Department of Defense Industry, Air Defense - Air Force, Navy, Military Technical Academy, Vietnam - Russia Tropical Center, Armored Corps, Chemical Corps, Military Science and Technology Institute, Military Industry - Telecommunications Group) and commercial and service companies of the Ministry of National Defense.

The Song Hong (Red River) VSM-01A anti-ship missile is part of the Truong Son complex, has subsonic flight speed and a range of up to 80km to replace the P-15 Termit missile (photo: VietnamNet)

Truong Son Surface-to-sea missile complex

As one of the modern weapon systems researched and developed by the Military Industry and Telecommunications Group (Viettel), the Truong Son surface-to-sea missile system received great attention at the outdoor display area of ​​the Vietnam International Defense Exhibition 2024 (Vietnam Defense Expo 2024).

Missile launcher of the Song Hong surface-to-sea as missile coastal defense system of the Vietnam (photo: TuoiTre)

The Truong Son complex's target tracking and indication radar system has a scanning range of nearly 200km, meeting the ability to destroy enemy surface ships and sea targets. The strength of the Truong Son complex is its ability to operate centrally following signals from the command vehicle or operate independently. Each command vehicle of the Truong Son complex can simultaneously control 8 self-propelled launchers in the combat area.

XCB-01 Infantry Fighting Vehicle

XCB-01 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (photos: Bao QDND)

One of the highlights in the outdoor exhibition space at the Vietnam Defence Expo 2024 is the XCB-01 infantry fighting vehicle model researched, developed and manufactured by the General Department of Defense Industry of Vietnam.

According to the People's Army newspaper, the XCB-01 infantry fighting vehicle has a total weight of about 15 tons. The vehicle has a larger overall size than the BMP-1 model produced by the Soviet Union.

The vehicle uses a highly cross-country tracked structure with a crew of 3 members (driver, gunner and vehicle commander). 

The vehicle is equipped with a laser irradiation sensor system, helping the vehicle react quickly in case of being irradiated by enemy target-indicating lasers (artillery, missiles, UAVs)

In case of detecting irradiation, the system will give a warning to fire smoke grenades to create a shield to help the vehicle escape the danger zone.

The B72 anti-tank missile is integrated into a fixed launcher on the main gun of the XCB-01. With a load of 4 missiles, the XCB-01 is capable of attacking heavy enemy vehicles beyond the range of the 73mm main gun. 

The vehicle's fire control system meets combat capabilities in all time and weather conditions and meets modern standards.

The combat group of the XCB-01 vehicle includes a 73mm main gun with 40 rounds. Using a semi-automatic loading system, it provides suppressive fire with armor-piercing and high-explosive fragmentation rounds. 

Along with that is a 7.62mm PTK parallel machine gun with 2,000 rounds of ammunition and a 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun on the turret roof with 200 rounds of ammunition. The firepower cluster on the vehicle provides strong suppression capabilities against enemy infantry.

The XCB-01 can carry 8 fully equipped soldiers and the glass panels in the picture are loopholes for soldiers to shoot from inside the vehicle.

The XCB-01 is also equipped with an automatic fire extinguishing system to help extinguish fires in the vehicle during combat. In addition, the vehicle is also capable of protecting the crew and soldiers with a nuclear biochemical protection system (NBC).

The special feature of the XCB-01 is the integrated air conditioning system that helps maintain a pleasant atmosphere in the cabin even in the typical hot conditions in Vietnam.

Comparison of BMP-1 and XCB-01 (image: Viet+ Offensive)

The XCB-01 is equipped with a secure radio communication system that enhances its operational capabilities and connectivity with units in the combat formation.

As an infantry fighting vehicle, the XCB-01 is capable of reaching a maximum speed of 65km/h, swimming speed of 7km/h with a 300 horsepower diesel engine. The suspension system design allows the vehicle to climb a 30-degree slope, as well as the ability to overcome many different types of terrain.

Information on the vehicle's protection capabilities has not been provided, but with a sloped armor design on the front hemisphere, the vehicle can withstand most standard or heavy direct-fire rounds.

(Chinh Phu)

Kikav 10/MSC Gelar Latbakjat Ranpur

21 Desember 2024

Latbakjat Ranpur menggunakan Tarantula 6x6 dan Anoa 6x6 (all photos: Kikav 10)

Kompi Kavaleri 10/MSC menggelar latihan menembak senjata kendaraan tempur (Latbakjat Ranpur) di Desa Tiwoho, Kec. Wori, Kab. Minahasa Utara. Selasa (17/9/2024)

Latihan ini bertujuan untuk mengasah dan mengukur kemampuan para prajurit Kikav 10/MSC khususnya yang menjabat sebagai penembak Canon pada kendaraan tempur yang dimiliki oleh satuan andalan Kodam XIII/Merdeka tersebut.

Kompi Kavaleri 10/Manguni Setia Cakti merupakan satuan militer dari kecabangan kavaleri organik Kodam XIII/Merdeka yang mempunyai tugas pokok Untuk mendukung kegiatan pengamanan di wilayah Sulawesi Utara yang merupakan wilayah perbatasan maritim antara Indonesia dan Negara Filipina serta pengamanan objek vital dan pengamanan VIP/VVIP. Markas satuan ini berada di Jalan Raya Wori, Desa Ilo-ilo, Kecamatan Wori, Airmadidi, Kabupaten Minahasa Utara, Sulawesi Utara.

Komando Daerah Militer XIII/Merdeka (disingkat Kodam XIII/MDK) merupakan Komando kewilayahan pertahanan militer yang meliputi Provinsi Sulawesi Utara, Gorontalo, dan Sulawesi Tengah. Nama kodam ini merujuk pada Operasi Merdeka untuk menumpasan dan pemberontakan PRRI/Permesta, yang merupakan pengerahan kekuatan militer terbesar dalam sejarah militer Indonesia saat itu.

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