Small Armaments & Infantry Equipment - News & Discussion

[Rakesh]

Thank you all for the feedback. Does this link work?

https://twitter-thread.com/t/2017624541535887728

Yes, this works, Admiral saab.

Perfect. Thank you for letting me know. I am glad that you can see it. I will do this going forward.

[uddu]

Haryana police inducted M72
https://x.com/Viv_Krishnan/status/2024171201745342772
@Viv_Krishnan
Looks suspiciously like the blueprint on my coffee mug. Only change…it screams #MadeinBharat
@sssdefence M72
https://x.com/ipspankajnain/status/2024125764715860100
@ipspankajnain
New weapon in armoury.
Quite effective, handy and accurate .
Best part - #MakeInIndia
Can you guess the name ?

[VinodTK]

Below is from the CEO of SSS Defence.

https://x.com/Viv_Krishnan/status/20103 ... 60036?s=20 ---> The first batch of Bharat designed & manufactured weapons produced for delivery in 2026 from the @sssdefence shopfloor. Keep watching for updates on this over the coming weeks.

From Automotive Parts To Guns, The Journey Of SSS Defence || On The Shop Floor

• In India, small arms manufacturing has been a difficult proposition for years but companies such as SSS Defence are changing the trend. Focused on manufacturing of small arms, ammunition and high-end optics for military and law enforcement, the company is backed by a legacy of 70 years of manufacturing experience.

• It incorporates a design thinking philosophy into the product development process to create highly innovative systems that are Engineered To Advance.

• SSS Defence is among a rare league of companies in India to have the industrial license for operating in the realm of small arms and ammunition.

• Founded in 2017 with the intent of elevating India's strong history of manufacturing to the next level, SSS Defence is not only a true example of Make in India but also a new breed of innovations dedicated to meeting specific requirements of Armed Forces, Law enforcement Agencies and their unique theatre of operations.

• With a philosophy of innovation, SSS Defence builds unique products at the highest standards of entrepreneurship.

• Committed to producing the highest quality products for customers in India and around the world, the company is now on the cusp of a breakthrough moment.

[bala]

A great YT which educates on basics of formation of company with products. These companies are the future of India and we need to encourage them to the hilt. Screwdrivergiri is not the way forward. If the Indian Army were really interested in Atmanirbharata, then they would co-opt such companies to create the next INSAS version II and beyond and simultaneously ditch chasing SigSauer and Russian maal. Too much entrenched thinking by Armed forces and of course money exchange behind the scene.

SSS can meanwhile work on honing their products and creating a client base both internal and external. Brahman Speed to them.

[uddu]

https://x.com/Kunal_Biswas707/status/20 ... 4449089736
@Kunal_Biswas707
Kudos to the BSF for inducting the new GPMG. They may replace the older stock of MMGs. These can be mounted on vehicles and could also replace older LMGs in infantry formations. They can have red dots and thermals—lots can be done with them. May they train hard with it.


https://x.com/Kunal_Biswas707/status/20 ... 3903584753
@Kunal_Biswas707
New machine gun in town: GPMG by Lokesh Machines. A better alternative to replace the MMG currently in service. The barrel is heavier for sustained fire and longer than LMGs, giving a range of 1200 metres.

Same arrangement for the NSV issued to infantry would be great.

[VinodTK]

Adani Defence Delivers First Batch Of 2,000 Prahar Light Machine Guns To Indian Army

Adani Defence and Aerospace today (28 March) delivered the first batch of 2,000 indigenously manufactured Prahar light machine guns to the Indian Army, marking a significant advancement in India's small arms manufacturing capability.
The 7.62 mm-calibre weapons were manufactured at the company's Small Arms Facility in Gwalior, Madhya Pradesh, India's first fully integrated private-sector small arms manufacturing hub.

The delivery was completed 11 months ahead of the contracted schedule.

[uddu]

Adani Defence Delivers First Batch Of 2,000 Prahar Light Machine Guns To Indian Army

Mostly the Israeli's pushed the already manufactured parts in bulk. Assuming it's an assembly factory. But our Indian media as usual goes and start to write propaganda piece unknowingly. Even calling it Made in India. Also the Army and the Govt must stop giving it Indian names. Atleast in BR we must call any imported designs by it's original name. Negev NG-7 it is.

IWI CEO Exclusive: India Gets ‘Made In India’ Negev LMGs, Big Boost To Defence Firepower

[bala]

Adani Defence delivers first batch of 2,000 ‘Prahar’ light machine guns to Indian Army
https://manufacturing.economictimes.ind ... /129863703
28 March 2026

[Manish_P]

Where are the LMGs in the photo?

[Rakesh]

Where are the LMGs in the photo?

Misrepresentation

[Manish_P]

Well i did manage to spot it finally after a lot of squinting and zooming...

Indian defense journalism is really something

[uddu]

https://x.com/DefProdnIndia/status/2041816880642769067
@DefProdnIndia
Dominance. Precision. The Future is Indigenous.

UGRAM “Ferocious” signals a new era in India’s combat capability — a 7.62×51 mm indigenous assault rifle built for decisive superiority. Developed by Dvipa Defence India Pvt. Ltd. and validated by ARDE, DRDO, it embodies strength, adaptability and battlefield excellence.

Engineered for CI/CT operations, its modular, rugged design delivers unmatched reliability, control and lethal precision.

A bold stride towards self-reliant, future-ready warfare.

#UGRAM #DefenceProduction #AatmanirbharBharat #MakeInIndia #AatmanirbharDefence

[Manish_P]

7.62 by 51 mm for counter insurgency/terrorism? Don't our guys prefer the AK caliber for that?

[uddu]

https://x.com/sssdefence/status/2045732235115110676
@sssdefence
Here’s our sales pitch - Get ready for the smoothest ride in it’s class
The SSS Defence T72 - India’s very own battle rifle chambered for the 7.62x51 NATO round and based on a short stroke piston system. This thing cycles cleaner, runs cooler, and hits harder with the lowest recoil in its caliber among “anything” available in India today. Now, that is a factual statement
We went to the moon on a budget. Turns out we build rifles the same way - precise, efficient, and without unnecessary drama.

[Manish_P]

^ They can hope to get an order for a few hundred units from some state police force like the UP police.

[rajkumar]

From building next-gen defence solutions for Indian Army to protecting soldiers across the world

From building next-gen defence solutions for the Indian Army to protecting soldiers across the world

Today, MKU empowers 3M+ soldiers across 230+ forces in 100+ countries

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Proudly Made in India. For the World.

[uddu]

Indian SSS T-72 Rifle | Better than american SiG 716? | हिंदी में

[uddu]

Every Bunker must have this
Indian SSS Defence M72 Rifle with 100-Round Drum

[Manish_P]

^ Drums look cool and offer more capacity than standard magazines but the standard mags are more reliable, faster to reload and easier to carry (an important consideration).

In the US some companies have offered the AR15/M4 type gun with modified uppers for dual feed - belt feed from the top, magazine (standard or drum) from under. A fairly recent example the MCR (Mission configurable rifle). https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=WpR-6c26zdo

But for sustained fire a purpose built (belt fed, interchangeable barrel) LMG/GPMG remains the preferred choice.

[uddu]

^^What I meant is that every Bunker must have this. Since they are not moving much, the need for easier to carry don't arise much inside the bunker. Where lesser need to have changing magazine is the best solution against an enemy attack coming your way. Belt fed Machine guns will be there, but along with that this gun should be in the hands of the solider. There is a video of Jawan firing from INSAS and the gun getting Jammed. Old one. The T72 is said to be very reliable in terms of avoiding Jamming and also lesser issue with the barrel bending etc with sustained fire. So this gun is the best in defensive role instead of other guns. Give soldiers both drum and normal magazines. Let them use it based on the threat level they are encountering. When going on patrol let them choose the normal Magazine and inside bunkers the Drum one and keep firing at the enemy assault and nuetralize them much more faster and effectively.

[uddu]

SSS Defence Introduces T12 Tactical Shotgun Featuring a Unique Drop-In Trigger to Neutralise Low-Flying Drone Threats
https://defence.in/threads/sss-defence- ... ats.17604/
Date: 29-4-2026

[Manish_P]

^ Good.

Perhaps they might consider making an attachable under-barrel shotgun for our troops.

Like the M26 Modular Accessory Shotgun System which could be attached to M4 carbines

Added - I missed that we are transitioning to the AKs. As such haven't seen AKs with under-barrel shotguns. So might not be feasible. Still the ukraine war has thrown up tough challenges and innovative as well as jugaad solutions. So never say never.