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The M-46 130 mm field gun, manufactured by the Soviet Union from 1951 to 1971, can hit targets at a range of over 27 km with standard ammunition and up to 40 km with extended-range shells. The gun has a standard firing rate of 5-6 rounds per minute, or 8 rounds per minute in burst mode. Photo by VnExpress/Giang Huy |
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The 2S3 Akatsiya self-propelled howitzer, weighing 28 tons, has a maximum speed of 63 km/h on paved roads and 45 km/h on rough terrain, with an operational range of 500 km. Photo by VnExpress/Vo Thanh |
Leading the formation is the T-54B tank, a Soviet Union model upgraded by Vietnam.
The upgraded T-54B tank features an enhanced fire control system with digital technology, modern reconnaissance and target detection systems, and a new communication suite for coordinating combat with other vehicles.
The tank is equipped with explosive reactive armor to improve survivability against enemy anti-tank weapons.
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Tanks ride along Hung Vuong Street. Photo by VnExpress/Giang Huy |
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The T-90S, developed by the Soviet Union, is controlled by a commander, a gunner, and a driver. It is equipped with additional communication and navigation systems. Photo by VnExpress/Vo Thanh |
Launchers of the Redut-M and K-300P Bastion-P coastal defense missile systems depart from Hung Vuong Street. Videos by VnExpress/Anh Phu
Vehicles of the Truong Son missile complex begin moving.
The Red Flag Unit proceeds along Trang Tien Street to the Hanoi Opera House, warmly welcomed by thousands of people. Video by VnExpress/Hieu Luong
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Photo and video by VnExpress/Pham Du |
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Female Peacekeeping Officers Unit – representing the "blue beret" forces with over a decade of sending more than 1,000 soldiers on United Nations missions. Photos by VnExpress/Giang Huy |
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Female Military Medical Officers Unit – doctors who brave everything from battlefield bombings to natural disasters and epidemics. |
