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Straits Times
2 days ago
- Automotive
- Straits Times
Leopard tank internal component malfunctioned resulting in partial loss of steering, brake power: Mindef
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox A video of the accident posted on Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light slightly askew after the incident. SINGAPORE - A leopard tank went out of control during a National Day Parade (NDP) National Education show on July 5 because an internal component within the transmission had malfunctioned. Mindef in a statement on July 11 said this resulted in a loss of transmission oil pressure, causing the L2SG to experience a partial loss in its steering and braking power. The Leopard 2SG main battle tank participating in the mobile column on July 5 accidentally struck a traffic light while making a turn near Parliament House and the Supreme Court. The incident took place at about 7.22pm along North Bridge Road , just after the mobile column segment of the show had ended. The tank, which was moving w ithin the 20kmh speed limit inside a cordoned area, and no injuries were reported. The next day, the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said the vehicle had experienced a 'technical issue', which resulted in the tank knocking into the traffic light. V ideo footage of the incident, put up later that day on the SGRV Facebook page, shows the tank making a right turn before gently knocking into the pole, leaving it slightly askew. The clip quickly gained traction online, racking up nearly half a million views overnight. While some netizens took the opportunity to joke about the situation - one quipping 'Tank-ful no one is hurt' - others expressed concern and speculated that the cause could be a mechanical fault, including a possible steering issue. Preliminary findings released on July 8 pointed to a 'faulty component' that caused the tank to lose both steering and braking power. Col onel David Kwe k, co-chairman of the NDP 2025 Heartland Celebrations Committee, told the media that the issue was linked to 'an isolated component' in the Leopard 2SG, and that safety checks are ongoing. While Mindef has confirmed that the tank sustained no significant damage and the traffic light has since been repaired, it added that detailed inspections are under way. The vehicle will only resume its role in the NDP mobile column and heartland celebrations after all necessary safety clearances are completed.
Online Citizen
5 days ago
- Online Citizen
Leopard 2SG tank hits traffic light during NDP 2025 education show in Singapore
SINGAPORE: A tank struck a traffic light on 5 July 2025 during a National Day Parade (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.
AsiaOne
6 days ago
- AsiaOne
Tank bumps into traffic light during National Day Parade National Education show , Singapore News
SINGAPORE - Mobile columns – where a country's military hardware such as tanks are displayed during celebrations such as Singapore's National Day Parade (NDP) – often attract attention, awe and admiration from members of the public. However, one tank garnered more attention than its operators had bargained for during an NDP National Education show on July 5. While making a right turn outside Parliament House and the Supreme Court, the leopard tank ended up bumping into a nearby traffic light. A video of the accident posted on Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light slightly askew after the incident. The video, which was posted at about 9.55pm on July 5, garnered 472,000 views within 10 hours. It also amassed 2,400 likes and 738 comments as at 9am on July 6. The NDP, which marks Singapore's 60 years as an independent nation, will take place at the Padang on Aug 9. In response to queries, the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said on July 6 that a Leopard 2SG Main Battle Tank (L2SG) experienced a technical issue at 7.22pm on July 5. 'This resulted in an incident along North Bridge Road, where the tank came into contact with a traffic light,' the ministry said, adding that the accident came after the mobile column segment of the parade. No injuries were reported during the incident and the tank remained within the cordoned area, away from the public. Mindef said the L2SG was travelling within the speed limit of 20kmh when the incident took place. 'The tank crew responded in accordance with standard operating procedures and the L2SG was safely recovered with no damage to the vehicle,' it added. The traffic light had minor damage, but has since been repaired by Mindef, the NDP 2025 committee and Land Transport Authority. Investigations are ongoing. [[nid:591982]] Many netizens viewed the collision as a minor hiccup and called for others to be more empathetic towards the tank driver. Facebook user Chen WL commented: 'Guys, have a little heart. He's probably an NSF (full-time national serviceman) earning minimum allowance... Let's hope the unit or the RSM (regimental sergeant major) won't tekan the poor kid too much...' Another user, Low Beng Keat, said accidents such as this are why rehearsals, previews and dry runs are performed. 'If there is a mistake, get up and move on, learn and be mindful the next time. No big deal, don't take it too hard on our soldiers guarding and defending on our homeland,' he wrote. Several commenters speculated that the accident was due to a mechanical failure. Lucas Por, who said he was a former technician for such tanks, pointed out: '(The) driver even has trouble pivoting while stationary, which should be an easy feat.' User Hizdiebidi Bidi agreed, noting it was 'impossible (that the) driver suddenly forgot how to turn'. Another user, Wo King Tre, said it looked to be a 'steering linage failure'. 'It can happen sometimes. Nothing much the tank operator can do about it. Just have to limp the tank to a safe spot for the technicians to perform recovery,' he said. Many netizens praised the tank operator for reacting swiftly, noting that the accident could have had catastrophic consequences if the tank was not stopped in time. As user Janice Lau put it: 'Tank-ful no one is hurt.' [[nid:719340]] This article was first published in The Straits Times . Permission required for reproduction.
Straits Times
7 days ago
- Politics
- Straits Times
Tank bumps into traffic light during National Day Parade National Education show
Sign up now: Get ST's newsletters delivered to your inbox A video of the accident posted on Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light slightly askew after the incident. SINGAPORE - Mobile columns – where a country's military hardware such as tanks are displayed during celebrations such as Singapore's National Day Parade (NDP) – often attract attention, awe and admiration from members of the public. However, one tank garnered more attention than its operators had bargained for during an NDP National Education show on July 5. While making a right turn outside Parliament House and the Supreme Court , the leopard tank ended up bumping into a nearby traffic light. A video of the accident posted on Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light slightly askew after the incident. The video, which was posted at about 9.55pm on July 5, garnered 472,000 views within 10 hours. It also amassed 2,400 likes and 738 comments as at 9am on July 6. The NDP, which marks Singapore's 60 years as an independent nation, will take place at the Padang on Aug 9. In response to queries, the Ministry of Defence (Mindef) said on July 6 that a Leopard 2SG Main Battle Tank (L2SG) experienced a technical issue at 7.22pm on July 5. 'This resulted in an incident along North Bridge Road, where the tank came into contact with a traffic light,' the ministry said, adding that the accident came after the mobile column segment of the parade. No injuries were reported during the incident and the tank remained within the cordoned area, away from the public. Top stories Swipe. Select. Stay informed. Singapore First BTO project in Sembawang North to be offered in July launch Singapore TTSH to demolish century-old pavilion wards, keeping one as heritage marker Singapore Red Lions and naval divers join forces for Jump of Unity at NDP 2025 World 'Formed to give you back your freedom': Elon Musk says he has created a new US political party Singapore His world crashed when he got F9 in O-level Tamil but PropNex co-founder Ismail Gafoor beat the odds Asia HIV surge in the Philippines amid poor sex education, policy gaps Tech Graduates are not screwed if they study engineering: James Dyson in response to Economist article Business When a foreign wife failed to turn up for a $10m divorce Mindef said the L2SG was travelling within the speed limit of 20kmh when the incident took place. 'The tank crew responded in accordance with standard operating procedures and the L2SG was safely recovered with no damage to the vehicle,' it added. The traffic light had minor damage, but has since been repaired by Mindef, the NDP 2025 committee and Land Transport Authority. Investigations are ongoing. Many netizens viewed the collision as a minor hiccup and called for others to be more empathetic towards the tank driver. Facebook user Chen WL commented: 'Guys, have a little heart. He's probably an NSF (full-time national serviceman) earning minimum allowance... Let's hope the unit or the RSM (regimental sergeant major) won't tekan the poor kid too much...' Another user, Low Beng Keat, said accidents such as this are why rehearsals, previews and dry runs are performed. 'If there is a mistake, get up and move on, learn and be mindful the next time. No big deal, don't take it too hard on our soldiers guarding and defending on our homeland,' he wrote. Several commenters speculated that the accident was due to a mechanical failure. Lucas Por, who said he was a former technician for such tanks, pointed out: '(The) driver even has trouble pivoting while stationary, which should be an easy feat.' User Hizdiebidi Bidi agreed, noting it was 'impossible (that the) driver suddenly forgot how to turn'. Another user, Wo King Tre, said it looked to be a 'steering linage failure'. 'It can happen sometimes. Nothing much the tank operator can do about it. Just have to limp the tank to a safe spot for the technicians to perform recovery,' he said. Many netizens praised the tank operator for reacting swiftly, noting that the accident could have had catastrophic consequences if the tank was not stopped in time. As user Janice Lau put it: 'Tank-ful no one is hurt.'
The Star
7 days ago
- General
- The Star
Tank collides into traffic light during Singapore's National Day Parade preview show
A video of the accident posted to Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light standing slightly askew after the incident. - Photo: Screengrab from SGRV/Facebook SINGAPORE: Mobile columns - where a country's military hardware such as tanks are displayed during celebrations such as Singapore's National Day Parade (NDP) - often attract attention, awe and admiration from members of the public. However, one tank garnered more attention than its operators bargained for during a National Day Parade (NDP) preview show on Saturday (July 5). While making a right turn outside of Parliament House and the Supreme Court, the tank - identified by netizens as a leopard tank - ended up bumping into a nearby traffic light. A video of the accident posted to Facebook page SGRV shows the traffic light standing slightly askew after the incident. The video, which was posted at about 9.55pm on July 5, had garnered 472,000 views within 10 hours. It also amassed 2,400 likes and 738 comments as of 9am on July 6. The NDP, which marks Singapore's 60 years as an independent nation, will take place at the Padang on Aug 9. Many netizens saw the collision as a minor hiccup and called for others to be more empathetic towards the tank driver. Facebook user Chen WL commented: 'Guys, have a little heart. He's probably a NSF (full-time national serviceman) earning minimum allowance... Let's hope the unit or the RSM (regimental sergeant major) won't tekan the poor kid too much...' Another user, Low Beng Keat, said that accidents such as these are why rehearsals, previews, and dry runs are performed. 'If there is a mistake, get up and move on, learn and be mindful the next time. No big deal, don't take it too hard on our soldiers guarding and defending on our homeland,' he wrote. Several commenters said they believed the accident arose due to a mechanical failure. One such person was Lucas Por, who said he was a former technician for such tanks. '(The) driver even has trouble pivoting while stationery, which should be an easy feat,' he said. User Hizdiebidi Bidi agreed, noting it was 'Impossible (that the) driver suddenly forgot how to turn'. Another user, Wo King Tre, said it looked to be a 'steering linage failure'. 'It can happen sometimes. Nothing much the tank operator can do about it. Just have to limp the tank to safe spot for the technicians to perform recovery,' he said. Many netizens praised the tank operator for reacting swiftly, noting that the accident could have had catastrophic consequences if the tank was not stopped in time. As user Janice Lau put it: 'Tank-ful no one is hurt'. The Straits Times has contacted the Ministry of Defence and Land Transport Authority for more information. - The Straits Times/ANN
