The Al-Khalid tank is the centerpiece of Pakistan’s armored warfare doctrine and a testament to its transition from a defense importer to a developer of high-end military technology. Named after the legendary 7th-century commander Khalid bin al-Walid, the tank was specifically designed to handle the diverse and grueling environments of Pakistan—from the humid plains of ...
Large numbers of legacy armored vehicles remain in long-term storage across multiple countries, raising a recurring question: how can such platforms be used effectively outside frontline combat roles? One practical and increasingly relevant answer lies in their adaptation for short-range air defense (SHORAD) missions. A notable example of this approach is the continued reuse of ...
Amid escalating hostilities between Thailand and Cambodia, the Royal Thai Army has deployed armored formations to frontline sectors as part of its ground combat operations. Tanks remain a central element of Thailand’s land warfare doctrine, particularly in border conflicts where protected mobility, direct fire support, and battlefield presence are decisive. The Royal Thai Army operates ...
Intelligence reports suggest Russia plans to produce 250 T-90M tanks, 57 fighter aircraft, 1,100 infantry fighting vehicles, and 365 artillery systems in 2025, alongside expanded drone and missile production, reflecting Moscow’s strategy to modernize and sustain its military capabilities.
T-80BVM tanks delivered to frontline units. Note the extended cage armor behind the turret, designed to protect the engine compartment.
For the first time, high-quality images have surfaced of the ZTZ-201 tank—described on Chinese platforms as a next-generation main battle tank—alongside a previously unknown infantry fighting vehicle (IFV) developed on the same platform. The release also introduced a new airborne IFV, an airdroppable self-propelled artillery system, and an armored personnel carrier (APC) built on a ...
Three Russian ‘Turtle Tanks’ Neutralized by UAV Strikes in Novopavlivka Sector
