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CM-11 Brave Tiger tanks, which are assemblies of Cold War-era parts utilizing M60A3 chassis and M48A3 Patton turret designs, were deployed in fixed positions guarding the Tamsui River. This river is vital for Taipei's defense as it provides a route from the Taiwan Strait into the capital. The deployment was observed during Taiwan’s annual 10-day Han Kuang exercise.

Taiwan held major Han Kuang military drills in Taoyuan, involving M1A2T Abrams tanks operating within an urban setting near the main airport. During these exercises, crews practiced refueling and maneuvering the American-made armor amidst civilian activity. The training simulates preparing for a ground invasion targeting vital chokepoints like Taiwan's capital.