Scud-B ballistic missiles and R-17E surface-to-surface missiles. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The event was held in preparation for the 80th anniversary of Vietnam's August Revolution and National Day on September 2.
The parade rehearsal was led by Senior Lieutenant General Nguyen Van Nghia, deputy chief of the General Staff of the Vietnam People's Army and head of the parade organizing committee.
The rehearsed parade featured both marching and static formations, with notable female military units representing various branches, including a military band, military medical officers, Vietnam peacekeeping forces, special forces, signal troops, ethnic militia forces, and the southern guerrilla unit.
In addition, two female police units – the Traffic Police and Special Police – also joined the formation.
Closing the rehearsal, Senior Lieutenant General Nghia praised the discipline and commitment of the participants, noting that despite scorching heat and challenging conditions, the formations and military vehicles operated with precision and pride.
Leading the display of weapons and military vehicles were the iconic T54/T55 tanks, which contributed to key victories, including Vietnam's historic General Offensive and Uprising in 1975.
The upgraded T-54B tanks are equipped with a 100mm rifled gun, a 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun, a 7.62mm PKT machine gun, and a four-man crew. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
National Day celebration schedule
The event will commence at 6:30 am on September 2 at Ba Dinh Square and various central streets in Hanoi.
– 6:30 am: Traditional torch relay
– 6:45 am: Flag-raising ceremony
– 6:50 am: Opening remarks and guest introductions
– 7:05 am: Address by Party and state leaders
– 7:45 am onward: Parade and march
– 9:45–10:00 am: Artistic performances
Rehearsals are scheduled at 9:00 pm on August 27 (with a backup on August 28) and at 7:00 am on August 30 (with a backup on August 31).
The city will also display fireworks at five major locations on the night of September 2, including Hoan Kiem Lake, Thong Nhat Park, Van Quan Lake, My Dinh National Stadium, and West Lake.
An armored tank formation. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Troops of the Tank-Armored Corps participate in a military parade rehearsal in Hanoi, August 5, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The formation of T62 and T90S/T90SK tanks advances toward the main stage. Among them, the T90 tanks and their variants are considered among the world’s leading offensive and defensive main battle tanks, equipped with a 125mm 2A46M5 smoothbore main gun, a PKT machine gun, and a 12.7mm anti-aircraft machine gun. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A squadron of tanks enter the main stage of a large-scale rehearsal for the military parade and procession celebrating the 80th anniversary of Vietnam's August Revolution and National Day at the National Military Training Center No. 4 in Hanoi, August 5, 2025. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A system of modern weapons researched, developed, and perfected by Viettel, showcasing the intelligence of the Vietnamese people. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The Truong Son missile system, researched and produced by Viettel, includes variants tailored for a wide range of missions. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The SPYDER air defense system is renowned for its radar, which operates day and night in all weather conditions. It has a very short combat readiness transition time and is capable of neutralizing aerial targets. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
A Redut-M coastal missile system of the Vietnam People's Navy, tasked with destroying surface ships, maritime transport vessels, and targets on islands and along coastal areas. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The Bastion-P missile system is one of the most advanced mobile coastal defense missile systems in the world. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) produced in Vietnam are capable of carrying out rapid aerial strike missions with high precision. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The UAVs produced by Factory Z113 can carry out rapid aerial strike missions with high precision, instilling fear in the enemy. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The S-125-VT missile system, modernized by Viettel, features numerous improvements that increase target hit rates and enhance guidance capabilities. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Trucks transport military pontoon bridges and ferries. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Female military band members take part in a large-scale rehearsal in Hanoi. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The Special Forces unit. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The female southern guerrilla unit. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The female military personnel are professional, performing swift, strong, and decisive movements. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The chemical defense soldiers unit is a specialized force responsible for handling, responding to, and mitigating chemical, biological, radiological, and nuclear incidents. This unit operates with the motto of being proactive, safe, and effective—excelling in prevention and combat. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The formation of female United Nations Peacekeeping officers advances toward the main stage. This force carries out a noble diplomatic mission. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The Electronic Warfare unit equipped with devices to suppress unmanned aerial vehicles. This force is tasked with protecting critical targets against threats to information security, safety, and confidentiality. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The Vietnam People’s Navy formation, a force with 70 years of development, combat, and growth. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
The formation of female Special Forces Police officers. The female soldiers march with steady, decisive, and strong steps, carrying MP5 submachine guns for special missions. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Female traffic police officers join the rehearsal. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
Male police officers. Photo: Nguyen Khanh / Tuoi Tre
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