Air Defense
Russia’s Pantsir S-1 Air Defense System
When we talk about Air Defense in modern theater of warfare, SAMs (surface to air missiles) are one of most effective weapons against aerial threats as it can swiftly neutralize such threats at farther ranges. During cold war, both...
Infantry
Toyota Hilux (Utility vehicle)
The Toyota Hilux is Japanese design 4 wheeled pickup truck considered the smaller sibling of the also iconic Land Cruiser. It is not really a purpose-designed military vehicle but a commercial 4x4 vehicle intended for civil market , however...
Armour
Pakistan’s Indigenously Manufactured Muhafiz Light Armored Jeep
Type: Armored jeep
Place of origin: Pakistan
Service: Pakistan, Iraq
Designed: Heavy Industries Taxila
Seating capacity: 8 (2+6)
Protection
* Armor: Aluminum Armor body (Protection level B7 armor piercing rifle ammunition)
* Bullet proof glass
* Run flat tires
Fire Power
* Main armament: 7.62×51 mm MG
* Firing ports...
Armour
Pakistan Army’s New Generation Main Battle Tank & VT-4 MBT
As per sources Pakistan evaluated three MBTs. Those Three are as follows:
T-90MS (Rejected by PA)
T-84 Oplot-M & Oplot-P (First Pakistan Evaluated Oplot-M & rejected it "Main issues were Weight, Fire Power & Fire Control System" then Ukraine...
Armour
Turkish ALTAY MBT: “Problems with ALTAY MBT & Why Pakistan Army Rejected ALTAY MBT”
Important Note: "Since we saw many Turkish Defense Pages Posting that their own delay in developing ALTAY MBT & less aggressive marketing resulted in Pakistan opting VT-4. Well Dear Turkish Brothers here are the actual reasons why Pakistan Never Tested...
Armour
Pakistan’s Viper IFV
An Infantry Fighting Vehicle IFV is a type of armored fighting vehicle used to carry Infantry troops to battle and provide direct fire support for anti-personal, anti-aircraft or anti-armor threat. They are generally tracked to provide mobility in extreme...
Armour
Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) & Pakistan Army
INTRODUCTION
Mine-Resistant Ambush Protected (MRAP) is a term for United States military light tactical vehicles produced as part of the MRAP program that are designed specifically to withstand improvised explosive device (IED) attacks and ambushes.
The United States Department of Defense...
Armour
Pakistan’s Hamza 8×8 APC & 6×6 MRAP
This article discusses Pakistan's Hamza 8×8 APC & 6x6 MRAP in detail along with their role according to their specifications.
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Armour
T-80UD MBT of Pakistan Army
Disclaimer: This article discuses T-80UD MBT of Pakistan Army Armor Corps & all its basic features including armor, armaments & engine
T-80UD tank MBT was initially known as T-80U tank during its development in Ukraine. T80UD is fitted with conventional...
Infantry
Pakistan’s Indigenously Manufactured “POF EYE”
Note: This article features POF Eye, Corner Shot gun indigenously developed & designed by POF, Wah.
POF Eye is a purpose-built weapon primarily designed for use in hostile situations such as hostage rescue and anti-terror operations by SSG in houses...
Latest News
The Story of the Blown Up Generation
When the Pakistan Strategic Forum’s O&S Directorate and our CT Wing first started our investigative efforts in mid-2023 aimed...
Blogs
Al Qaeda Resurfaces in Afghanistan: A Return to Dark Days, A Looming Threat
Al Qaeda, infamous for orchestrating the tragic events of 9/11, has reemerged in Afghanistan, resurrecting its nefarious activities reminiscent of its pre-9/11 era.
The terrorist...
Blogs
The Story of the Blown Up Generation
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Blogs
Karachi Shipyard Launches the Fourth & Final Babur Class Corvette “PNS TARIQ”
Karachi Shipyard & Engineering Works Ltd (KS&EW) launched the fourth and final BABUR (PN MILGEM) Class Corvette, PNS TARIQ (F-283), on August 2nd, 2023....
Blogs
Pakistan’s Blue Economy: Unleashing Marine Resources for Sustainable Growth
Pakistan's blue economy presents a promising avenue for sustainable development, rooted in the responsible utilization of marine resources. With a coastline stretching approximately 1,046...