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  1. The Zorawar Light Tank Programme is underway, with joint development between L&T, DRDO, and the Indian Army focusing on high-altitude operational requirements.

Indian Army Mandates Armor Upgrades for Zorawar Light Tank

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The Indian Army required the frontal protection of the 25-ton Zorawar Light Tank to be upgraded from STANAG 4569 Level 4 to Level 6. This upgrade will allow the tank to defeat 30 mm APFSDS / FSAPDS rounds at 500 m. The Army confirmed that the tank weight could increase by a few tons, provided it remains under 30 tons. Side and rear protection will also improve from Level 2 to STANAG 4569 Level 5 / 5B.

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The requirement drives the adoption of a modular protection strategy, which involves using bolt-on ceramic armor modules. This shift increases costs but allows the tank to maintain transportability. The project also includes planning for a Hard-Kill Active Protection System to counter incoming Anti-Tank Guided Missiles.

The Zorawar Light Tank Programme is underway, with joint development between Larsen & Toubro, Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory, and the Indian Army focusing on high-altitude operational requirements.

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  • Defence Metallurgical Research LaboratorySpeculative

    Defence Metallurgical Research Laboratory could see increased revenue from contracts for specialized ceramic armor modules and R&D.

  • Larsen & ToubroSpeculative

    Larsen & Toubro might gain new contract opportunities if the armor weight increase necessitates engine upgrades.

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