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Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II

HICOM Military Trucks Handalan DefTech Malaysia

The current military truck with the Malaysian Armed Forces, the HICOM Handalan truck series was developed by DRB-HICOM Defence Technologies (DefTech) in collaboration with Isuzu and comes in several variants. The first variant, Handalan I, was powered by an Isuzu 6HE1 diesel engine, delivering 180 horsepower through a 5-speed manual transmission and configured for a 4×4 drive.  The third generation, Handalan III, introduced in 2012, uses Tata diesel engines with an output of 230 horsepower. As for the number in service, the Malaysian Army currently operates 2,260 units with an additional 414 on order. Image source: Wikipedia/AstropythonRead More »Military 101: Military Trucks Exposed: The Unsung Heroes of World War II

Military 101: Powerful Air-to-Air Missiles: A Comparative Study of Technological Evolution

Air-to-air missiles Falcon Weapon Military

The first operational guided air-to-air missile was the Hughes AIM-4 Falcon, developed by the United States Air Force. Its development began in 1946, and it was first tested in 1949. The AIM-4 Falcon was designed during a time when the concept of air combat was rapidly changing, reflecting the technological advancements of the era. This missile marked a significant milestone in military aviation, setting the stage for the development of more advanced air-to-air missile systems used in modern warfare. Image Source: Estrella Warbirds Museum

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Military 101: India’s Super Sukhoi Project – A Possible Boost for Malaysia

Sukhoi Su-30MKM Air Force Bunker

The Super Sukhoi project, initiated by the Indian Air Force (IAF), is a significant upgrade program for their Sukhoi Su-30MKI fighter jets aimed to enhance the capabilities of India’s Air Force’s Sukhoi fleet. Image source: Screenshot of Malaysian Sukhoi Su-30MKM in a bunker from the 2022 Malaysian movie, Air Force: The Movie.

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Malaysian Movie Review 101: Malbatt: Misi Bakara – An Hit & Run War Movie

Malbatt Misi Bakara Andrian Teh Malaysia Movie Army War

Malbatt: Misi Bakara, directed by Andrian Teh who also wrote & directed Paskal: The Movie, is a highly anticipated Malaysian war-themed movie of 2023. With Teh also taking on the role of the writer, expectations were running high for this action-packed thriller. Image source: IMDB.

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National Security 101: India & Malaysia – Capitalising Each Others Unique Advantages

Taj Mahal India Malaysia

India and Malaysia have rich and diverse cultures, histories, and economies. They both have achieved remarkable progress and faced various challenges in their development. By acknowledging their strengths and learning from each other, they can foster a mutually beneficial partnership that enhances their growth and prosperity. Image source: Julian Yu on Unsplash

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Project Management 101: Char Dham Project – A Strategic Asset for India’s Security

Chamba Tunnel India Indian Army Infrastructure Border Security Char Dham Project

The Char Dham project is a mega infrastructure initiative by the Indian government to improve the connectivity and accessibility to four sacred sites in the Himalayan state of Uttarakhand which includes several tunnels. Image source: Facebook/Raibar

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