CVRDE delivers indigenous engine for Indian Army's next-generation tank program
What happened
Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment developed an indigenous 1,500-horsepower engine for the Indian Army's Main Battle Tank program. The Indian Army is replacing its T-72 fleet through Project Ranjeet, planning to procure 1,770 next-generation vehicles. The program favors locally designed, Indian IP-owned contenders, and Defence Research and Development Organisation is developing advanced 120mm/125mm smoothbore guns for the new variant.
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Why it matters
The Indian Army requires local design for its Future Ready Combat Vehicle program because it allows platforms to be customized without relying on foreign Original Equipment Manufacturers. This push toward indigenous design supports the mandate for local technology and systems.
The Indian Army is currently developing new main battle tanks for its fleet.
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Who's involved
- Indian ArmyInitiating the T-72 Tank replacement program and procuring next-generation MBTs.
- Combat Vehicles Research and Development EstablishmentDeveloping indigenous engines and combat vehicles for the Indian Army's fleet.
- Defence Research and Development OrganisationDeveloping advanced smoothbore guns for the Next-Generation Main Battle Tank variant.
Who could feel it
Possible knock-on effectsThese are possibilities Brind reasoned out, not predictions, and not advice. Most are not stated in any report.
- Hindustan Aeronautics LimitedSpeculative
Hindustan Aeronautics Limited might see increased demand for domestic defense systems due to the national push for indigenous design.
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The entities involved
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Indian Army
Land service branch of Indian Military
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Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment
Labratory in Chennai, India