Vietnam Modernizes Ground Forces With T-1 Amphibious Tank and XTC-03 8x8 Armored Personnel Carrier

Vietnam is developing the domestically designed T-1 amphibious light tank and XTC-03 8×8 armoured vehicle as part of a programme to replace ageing Soviet- and Chinese-origin ground equipment. The T-1 is intended to provide protected mobility and fire support across water obstacles, while footage of the XTC-03 demonstrates amphibious movement using rear waterjets and a turret assessed to carry a 30 mm cannon. Both vehicles are expected to be presented at the Vietnam International Defence Exhibition in Hanoi in December 2026. The reports describe development and public demonstrations, not confirmed fleet-wide procurement or entry into service.