Leopard 2SG tank hits traffic light during NDP 2025 education show in Singapore
The incident occurred at approximately 7.20pm along North Bridge Road following the Mobile Column segment of the NDP National Education (NE) Show 2.
According to the Ministry of Defence (MINDEF), a Leopard 2SG Main Battle Tank (L2SG) experienced a technical issue, leading to contact with a traffic light.
Footage shared by Facebook page SGRV showed the tank making a right turn near Parliament House when it collided with the traffic light.
The tank was seen reversing and pausing before completing the turn. The traffic light was left slightly misaligned.
MINDEF confirmed that no personnel were injured and the tank remained within the cordoned area, away from the public.
The L2SG was travelling at a speed below the 20kmh limit, and the crew followed standard operating procedures.
The vehicle sustained no damage. Minor damage was reported to the traffic light stand.
MINDEF and the NDP 2025 Executive Committee worked with the Land Transport Authority to complete repairs. Investigations are ongoing.
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