chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) NSFWhttp://image.wangchao.net.cn/junshi/1268768898245.jpghttp://image.wangchao.net.cn/junshi/1268768897551.jpg The U100 in movies. This looks like an update to the SAF's Mk III, i.e. no STANAG mag well, proprietary U100 drum friendly. Edited April 26, 2017 by chino
chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) Ultimax 100 Mk IV (with STANAG mag well for the USMC IAR trial)Rejected in favor of HK416-ish rifle. Oh... what a mistake.TBH, I am only guessing this is the Mk IV.The biggest different between this and the Mk III is the addition of a mag well for taking standard STANAG mags. Supposedly in the Mk IV version the mag well is removable so you can use the proprietary Ultimax 100-rd drum. Has Mk III bayonet lug long barrel. Has a folding butt. This one looks like an interim between the Mk III and Mk IV since it has Picatinny rails, but only at the receiver. And the bipod is the integral Mk III version. Probably a home conversion or an interim version. Edited April 25, 2017 by chino
chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) Ultimax 100 Mk V (with another different folding stock)The bayonet lug has returned on the long barrel version.Bipod is again no longer an integral part of the weapon but just a Picatinny rail attachment.No QCB on the long barrel version.Has different front leaf sights. Biggest change is that the mag well is now a permanent fixture which means the proprietary Ultimax 100-rd drum cannot be used. The front leaf sights are back with the QCB in this short barrel version. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=R1zQuWpsYZY Edited April 25, 2017 by chino
chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 (edited) Ultimax 100 Mk 8What an abomination! Edited April 26, 2017 by chino
chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 It used to be only the Air Force or Navy get the good-looking girls.2LT Joelle Cheong Reminds me of a recent report in a Bundeswehr publication about soldiers from Singaporean 48th Armor Regiment training with Panzerlehrbataillon 93 in the Upper Lausitz exercise area, including a female company commander by name of Cpt. Vivien Lee. LOL Cpt Lee looks like she is giving her fingernails a manicure.
BansheeOne Posted April 30, 2016 Posted April 30, 2016 I'm pretty sure what she has there is one of the Bundeswehr unit insignia you button to the breast pocket of your uniform shirt/jacket. With the guy holding a framed something in the back, I suppose they were exchanging the usual gifts.
chino Posted April 30, 2016 Author Posted April 30, 2016 US Army camo doesn't quite work in the tropics.
chino Posted May 1, 2016 Author Posted May 1, 2016 (edited) Good 'ol Hawker Hunter=30 - 46 refurbished aircraft (1970–1992)AIM-9 capableUpgrade to be the most powerful among all Hunter variants.Replaced by F-16 Edited May 1, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 1, 2016 Author Posted May 1, 2016 (edited) T75s 2-seater version Shark mouths were only painted on the two-seaters.Quite odd to have Sgt Chua and Cpl Ravi stenciled on the fuselage, since all pilots have to be officers. Much sought-after by old planes brokers as RSAF Hunters were the most highly modified, well-maintained airframes. Edited May 1, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 1, 2016 Author Posted May 1, 2016 RSAF Bloodhound Mk 2 SAMOperational 1974 - 1990Range: 80km, longest range, fastest SAM ever operated by RSAF to date
chino Posted May 1, 2016 Author Posted May 1, 2016 (edited) Terrex 1 wheeled AFVFully AmphibiousDeveloped by STK anf Timoney of Ireland.Also produced by Otokar as the Yavuz. 135 vehicles in service Picture dated 2014, but trooper using Ultimax Mk 2, a 30yr-old weapon made in the mid-80's. Edited May 1, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 1, 2016 Author Posted May 1, 2016 (edited) Terrex II (SAIC Terrex) Under consideration by USMC in ACV trials Other Singapore stuff trialed by US:Ultimax 100Bionix AFV All failed.Unlikely US will field anything not originating from a US or European company. Edited May 1, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 3, 2016 Author Posted May 3, 2016 (edited) Terrex III or Sentinel II for Australian MCRC trial. Has some shortcomings. While the Terrex itself has served in the SAF for many years, in its competition form as the Terrex III, with its new turret etc, is a completely new vehicle. This Terrex III reminds me of the Ultimax-100 in its latest Mk8 configuration - disfigured beyond recognition. Edited May 7, 2017 by chino
chino Posted May 4, 2016 Author Posted May 4, 2016 (edited) SAR-21Service rifle since 1999(locally-developed) Some detailed pics from "forgotten weapons". Haha, so quickly forgotten... Edited May 4, 2016 by chino
rmgill Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 I'll note that Singapore takes the cake when it comes to dispersed hard stands and hardened shelters for it's aircraft. I especially like how they have ready response bunkers with taxiways directly onto the runway for rapid sorties.
swerve Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 RSAF Bloodhound Mk 2 SAMOperational 1974 - 1990Range: 80km, longest range, fastest SAM ever operated by RSAF to date I thought Singapore has Aster 30. Or has it not entered service yet?
urbanoid Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 Methinks RSAF = Republic of Singapore Air Force. Asters are with the Navy.
chino Posted May 5, 2016 Author Posted May 5, 2016 Aster not yet in service. The Bloodhounds were replaced by: Rapier, then the Hawk, and Rafael Spyder We also have the Igla. IIRC, the only Russian-developed arms we have.
chino Posted May 5, 2016 Author Posted May 5, 2016 (edited) I'll note that Singapore takes the cake when it comes to dispersed hard stands and hardened shelters for it's aircraft. I especially like how they have ready response bunkers with taxiways directly onto the runway for rapid sorties. Are there no secrecy anymore? These places used to be blanked out on all maps. Another measure to ensure that our planes get to land after all the runways are cratered. Exercise Torrent 2008 on Lim Chu Kang Road. Preparing the road for takeoffs/landings: Aircraft porn, take off and landing on road of F-16C/D, F-5, E2C (retired): Edited May 5, 2016 by chino
swerve Posted May 5, 2016 Posted May 5, 2016 (edited) Methinks RSAF = Republic of Singapore Air Force. Asters are with the Navy.An order for land-based Aster 30 was announced in 2013. Chino says not yet in service. It was reported that Singapore's not buying the full SAMP/T system, but integrating the Asters with its existing radars & control systems. Dunno know how long that takes. Edited May 5, 2016 by swerve
chino Posted May 9, 2016 Author Posted May 9, 2016 (edited) Warthog ATVUK version of locally-developed Bronco ATTC. Replaced the BAE Viking in Afghanistan after a quarter of the fleet of Vikings were destroyed by Taliban bombs. Warthog served with good results. Saved British lives, killed enemies. Amphibious. The first Asian-built vehicle to serve in a western army. And not just ANY western army - the best one. IMO. The deal itself is nice money but not a lot £150m for 115 vehicles. The UK uses the infantry carrier version with either a HMG, GPMG or AGL. Also an ambulance, a command vehicle and a repair and recovery vehicle. http://www.dailymail.co.uk/news/article-2010079/How-fearless-British-tank-regiment-faced-throat-slashing-raids-build-Afghan-road.html Edited May 9, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 14, 2016 Author Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) Bronco ATTC (All Terrain Tracked Carrier)locally developedOperational around 2001400 - 600 in serviceAmphibious without preparation 5km/hSwedish concept, US Caterpillar Engine, Canadian rubber tracks 60km/hC-130 transportable. Interesting fact:"In addition, the AAV has a semi-autonomous rear cabin. When uncoupled the unmanned cabin can be steered by remote control for dangerous missions such as mine clearance. The rear unit can be customised for a variety of independent or complimentary roles." Father of the Bronco. The Bv 206 in SAF service. We operate a few hundred of these before developing the Bronco. A case of "reverse engineering"? ; P Igla? Undisclosed variant 120mm Super Rapid Advanced Mortar System (SRAMS) Edited May 16, 2016 by chino
chino Posted May 14, 2016 Author Posted May 14, 2016 (edited) Three-in-one. Bronco resupply variant Bronco maintenance Variant Edited May 14, 2016 by chino
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