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Defence.: Singapore gun arrives today; stage set for artillery trialsBroadswordhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/13076780076240598482noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-19221163276350989012022-10-11T10:01:14.221-07:002022-10-11T10:01:14.221-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Dr Jonnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09116493777471259649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-80201223095386022862022-10-10T10:15:59.312-07:002022-10-10T10:15:59.312-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Dr Jonnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09116493777471259649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-35539717861714857482022-10-10T10:15:21.402-07:002022-10-10T10:15:21.402-07:00This comment has been removed by a blog administrator.Dr Jonnyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09116493777471259649noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-5957032841073966322010-04-20T06:14:24.864-07:002010-04-20T06:14:24.864-07:00Graphic explaining how a Singaporean Division Stri...Graphic explaining how a Singaporean Division Strike Centre (DSC) works with the Air-Land tactical control centre to co-ordinate artillery and air support for troops (http://i36.tinypic.com/rsx0lk.jpg).<br /><br />For Singapore, at this stage of our force development, the emphasis is on our ability to sense and respond via the integration of sensors, recce elements and shooters.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-73974049709113928412010-04-20T00:06:23.896-07:002010-04-20T00:06:23.896-07:00When India can get monorail coaches manufactured i...When India can get monorail coaches manufactured in Malaysia by Scomi (which is the engineering firm of former PM Abdullah Badawi's son) for the Mumbai metro, why is it so unique about Singapore's contribution to Indian defence?<br /><br />In this globalized world it is not the size of a country that matters but the resolve and will of the government to be self-sufficient especially in defence.<br /><br />Isn't there any industrial giant in India that can manufacture coaches for its rapid transit system? Can't it get a JV worked out with the leaders in rapid transit system such as Germany, France or Japan? Are we going to look up to China for high speed (bullet) trains that are being operated by France, Germany or Japan? The Chinese are even operating trains based on megalev technology which is supposed to be the next generation in rapid transportation.<br /><br />Critical defence hardware such as arty pieces serve as the mainstay weapons of infantory regiments. If after 60 years of independence India cannot manufacture those, then it might as well give up the vision of becoming a super power.<br /><br />This is another clear example of Indians beating their chest as great innovators in software but can't still contain countries hacking into their systems with impunity.the terminatornoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-22170834888216250342010-04-19T22:47:42.514-07:002010-04-19T22:47:42.514-07:007 Things that many Indians don't know about Si...7 Things that many Indians don't know about Singapore but should know:<br /><br />(1) Good Leadership: The Prime Minister of Singapore, BG Lee Hsien Loong served in the artillery formation and even attended the Field Artillery Officers’ Basic Course at Fort Sill, Oklahoma (see: http://www.cgsc.edu/events/IHOF/IHOF_BIO_Lee.pdf). The artillery formation in Singapore is well resourced and has a track record of producing leaders.<br /><br />(2) 155mm Design is a Core Competency: Singapore is in artillery range from West Malaysia and from the Riau Islands, Indonesia. Therefore Singapore artillery has to be able counter battery operations swiftly. If the SAF is unable to do so in a time of war, all of Singapore's air bases could be potentially subject to artillery barrages. This is part of the SAF's strategic considerations when Singapore decided to indigenously develop and produce our own artillery. In fact, we have two weapon locating radars deployed in Afghanistan to provide warning to ISAF troops.<br /><br />(3) Complete Artillery Product Range: Singapore makes a range of 155mm artillery howitzers, this would include the Pegasus (39 Calibre) lightweight howitzer which was in the news earlier, the Primus Self-Propelled howitzer (39 Calibre) and the FH-2000 (52 Calibre). Further, ST Kinetics has a track record of exporting Singapore made weapons to the United Kingdom under their UOR process - the home turf of BAE.<br /><br />(4) World's First: The FH-2000 is the world's first and longest in-service 155 mm 52 Calibre towed Howitzer (it also has been exported to Indonesia). It is clear from the pictures posted that iFH-2000 has been adapted with Indian concerns in mind. This is in sharp contrast to the attitude of it's competitor, BAE, who is world's biggest arms supplier - where the Indian army is but one of many customers.<br /><br />(5) Design Track Record: ST Kinetics assisted Turkey in the design and manufacture of its own 155mm/52calibre "PANTER" towed howitzer system, which is understood to be based on the FH-2000 design. This demonstrates Singapore's track record in transferring technology and processes to a NATO country with no strings attached.<br /><br />(6) Partnership Track Record: Beyond Turkey, UAE has also incorporated Singapore made 120 mm mortars as part of a total solution called the AGRAB (or Scorpion) - (see: http://www.army-guide.com/eng/product4037.html). UAE is a noted smart buyer of technology. <br /><br />(7) Zero Tolerance for Corruption: Singapore and our companies are amongst the least corrupt in Asia. BTW, the current President of Interpol is a Singaporean (see: http://www.interpol.int/Public/ICPO/Governance/PR/Default.asp) and we are proud of our record on enforcement.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-84947230169696401712010-04-19T17:25:41.445-07:002010-04-19T17:25:41.445-07:00so, we will pay a state that is smaller than any o...so, we will pay a state that is smaller than any of the metros in india to get the guns we need to defend ourselves?where are the chest beaters who says that ancient India had all the supreme knowledge including metallurgy? <br /><br />le feu tue! (firepower kills)<br /><br />we are lagging behind in the artillery technology from the day of invention of artillery. Had we invented artillery or at least copied from early days, we could have challenged British, French and Portuguese navies/armies. Same old story even now. <br /><br />Any IIT graduates to confront my comments?!!!<br /><br />Pardon me for this rant that did not contribute to the discussion, but could not control myself. Better half does not understand this, so I'm venting it here.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-27667708139959038582010-04-19T11:58:00.742-07:002010-04-19T11:58:00.742-07:00Why our defence forces are not standardizing their...Why our defence forces are not standardizing their weapon system ? Cost of inventory , maintenance and operations will be easier . Artillery personnel operating one type of equipment cannot use the other unless retrained . This is high time the Army and the Airforce start to think, decide and act like the Navy . This is the age of 3S : standardization , simplification and specialisationSudip Das (sddp1968@yahoo.co.in)noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-28974603636386286922010-04-19T07:12:52.440-07:002010-04-19T07:12:52.440-07:00Why is the army looking for 3 different guns? Wont...Why is the army looking for 3 different guns? Wont it be better to have 3 different versions of the same gun ie a towed, wheeled and tracked one?Indranilhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/16469459445928900451noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-88372516607789179812010-04-19T05:12:05.880-07:002010-04-19T05:12:05.880-07:00Are the Ultra light howitzers also 155mm and 52 ca...Are the Ultra light howitzers also 155mm and 52 calibre? And what sense does it make to make two different classes within the towed category. <br /><br />Also, I had heard that the Indian Army has abandoned it's plans for the towed howitzers all together and was looking to induct the truck mounted self propelled 52 calibre 155mm howitzers in larger numbers. I mean, they clearly need more than 180.<br /><br />What is the use of towed howitzers anyway now that we have truck mounted ones that are light enough to be airlifted? Unless they are ultra light M777s.Parthnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-49505623497510692822010-04-19T03:59:33.383-07:002010-04-19T03:59:33.383-07:00wonder if the deal would really go through. but se...wonder if the deal would really go through. but seriously i am hoping for the deal to go through as the Indian army is desperately in need of modern artileryprateikfhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/03487417810035037809noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-28613610570557972542010-04-19T03:13:43.724-07:002010-04-19T03:13:43.724-07:00Whoever does the critical technology's transfe...Whoever does the critical technology's transfer besides the requirement should win it. Gun metallurgy - paramount.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-73278700022369694212010-04-19T00:46:13.232-07:002010-04-19T00:46:13.232-07:00Ajai sir
I have some questions, will be glad if yo...Ajai sir<br />I have some questions, will be glad if you answer them<br />Q1. The 52 calibre guns taken for trails, fires heavier shells. So just how much heavy are these shells from the 39 calibre ones, and what will be there the range. wont it be shorter than the 39s on a/c of weight.<br />Q2. Some reports said 52 calibre gun are ideally suited for coastal batteries, with only a few countries including Singapore (effectively is a city state surrounded by water) having opted for these. So is it really viable for India to try these 52s. <br />Q3. Just how many towed, tracked and wheeled guns are we looking for, including these [US $800 million (Rs 3500 crores) order for 100 medium guns, mounted in tracked vehicles, for self-propelled (SP) medium regiments that go into battle with India’s strike corps. Another US $900 million (Rs 4000 crores) will buy 180 vehicle-mounted guns for more SP regiments.]<br />Q4. If these 52s are towed, what caliber we can expect for tracked and wheeled guns<br />Q5. If order is placed by 2012, by when we can except the deliveries to start. <br />Q6. Since these 52s will fire heavier shells, wont it need metallurgical changes in arti shells at OFBs. <br />Q7. Will it be ideal to go for better gun powder, better fuse for these new guns.joydeep ghoshhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/00038225081192821456noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-22833658987494626292010-04-19T00:10:29.985-07:002010-04-19T00:10:29.985-07:00Any update on LCA or Kaveri engine?Any update on LCA or Kaveri engine?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-33449095050346268502010-04-18T23:40:43.178-07:002010-04-18T23:40:43.178-07:00Any comments on how good these different systems a...Any comments on how good these different systems are?Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-43746263360690580972010-04-18T23:08:53.725-07:002010-04-18T23:08:53.725-07:00ow Singapore selling guns to India, after that som...ow Singapore selling guns to India, after that some day Bangladesh and Nepal will. Bravo Indian Army, bravo Bofors.Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8726844009873922462.post-62986899588160972232010-04-18T22:40:50.084-07:002010-04-18T22:40:50.084-07:00Yawn!Yawn!AKhttp://ak47.yahoo.comnoreply@blogger.com