Sunday, June 19, 2005

Where are the gunships?

Rooivalks anybody? We definitely in need for gunships to complement the upcoming new tanks squadron. The PT-91 is undoubtly not the most sophisticated tank in the world. Against the likes of Le Clerc, Challenger 2 and M2A2 Abrams, PT-91 is an underdog. But with the help of gunship, we can multiply its effectiveness. Even the Germany's Tiger got Tiger gunship. Abrams got Apache and later Commanche. Maybe PT-91 need Rooivalk. Considering Singapore already acquired its 20th Longbow Apache, an equal in the form of Roivaalk is a deterrent factor. The Agustas are clearly no match against the Apache's gunnery. In modern warfare, no asset stand on their own. They need to be packaged. Carriers need destroyers, cruisers and subs. Fighter jets need AWACS and anti-radiation protection. Main Battle Tanks need gunship helicopters.


Denel Aviation of South Africa has long been courting Malaysia with its Rooivalk gunship helicopters.


Malaysian Army's PT-91M Tanks are at need of the Rooivalks

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