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nachiket wrote: ↑26 Feb 2024 12:39
So what exactly is the newer system deployed against India that led to the IA asking for a 55 tonne tank with 4 crew members plus an autoloader along with the armor specs of much heavier tanks?
The PLA is developing a new MBT that is supposed to be a world beater.
In addition the threats from a modern battlefield require active protection systems along with the ability to bring down small UAVs.
IMO, the last few RFI for FRCV have been quite forward looking and if the Indian Army doesn't make a dog's breakfast of it. It will will result in an extremely capable system and leading edge system.
PS: i just cannot get the you tube code to work after the forum software update.
https://x.com/FWD_Publishing/status/176 ... 60644?s=20 ---> Factory shots of Arjun MBT during assembly showing the arrangement and thickness of the mantlet armour assembly. 11 hulls are lined up awaiting power packs and 13 incomplete turrets.
These pictures are the first I have seen for a long time without the "Mine plough" attachment. This gives the Arjun a somewhat comical look. None of the competitors are with shown with this attachment. Is this part of the IA campaign to malign the Arjun?
Purely from a war fighting POV, it's important for MBTs to have the ability to clear a path for themselves on the battlefield. Without being dependent on other assets. That in turn makes the mine plough a useful kit to attach on every tank.
Having said that, what was really really, really, really, really,........ really, infuriating was the inability to see the same logic for the 4000 odd tin cans in service with the force.
For over 15 long years, the Indian army insisted that Arjun must have this attachment. While the tin cans happily served without them. Until about 1500 kits were ordered to be painted in India by BEML after being imported from a UK based company. Back in 2019 or 20.
srai wrote: ↑07 Mar 2024 12:59
The pictures look to be decades old.
Production had stopped since 2012.
You are correct sir. I remember seeing most of these pics before 2010 in DRDO newsletters. I would say some of these pics go as far back as 2005 and prior.
https://x.com/AdithyaKM_/status/1767918 ... 43612?s=20 ---> MoD signs IDDM contract with Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (AVNL) for upgrading 693 BMP-2 to BMP-2M, includes Night Enablement, Gunner Main Sight, Commander Panoramic Sight & Fire Control System (FCS) with Automatic Target Tracker. AVNL will use tech developed by DRDO & BEL.
https://x.com/AdithyaKM_/status/1768067 ... 12972?s=20 ---> According to @AVANI_PR: Upgrade features enhanced firepower, night-enabled FCS, automatic target tracking, next-gen missile firing capabilities, etc. "Developed through an in-house R&D project, these advancements have undergone rigorous performance evaluation and field trials."
Pratyush wrote: ↑20 Mar 2024 18:52
The Indian defence analysis is reporting that the indigenous 1500 hp engine is being tested. Published on 20 March 2024.
I edited your post above. Please click the edit button on your post to see how youtube links are posted. Thank You.
https://x.com/manupubby/status/1770414577815289993?s=20 ---> Significant Milestone: Maiden test-firing of India’s first indigenous 1500 HP engine for Main Battle Tanks at BEML Mysuru. Designed for high altitudes, sub-zero temp and desert environments. Project slated for completion by mid-2025, would power Arjun as well as future tanks.
https://x.com/Tej_Intel/status/1769958021277552732?s=20 ----> Feel good moment: AVNL has indigenised 98% of T-72 MBT and nearly 88% of T-90 MBT. All the engine components are indigenised successfully. And the best part is 50% of components /systems is supplied by the MSMEs.
https://x.com/neeraj_rajput/status/1770 ... 89989?s=20 ---> Maiden test-firing of India’s first indigenously-made 1,500 horsepower engine for Main Battle Tanks (MBT) at BEML’s Engine division in Mysuru complex took place today in presence of Defence Secretary Giridhar Aramane.
https://x.com/sneheshphilip/status/1770 ... 60638?s=20 ---> India’s first indigenously-made 1500 Horsepower (HP) engine for Main Battle Tanks at BEML’s Engine division in Mysuru complex on March 20th. The project is slated for completion by mid-2025. The project, initiated in August 2020. Will power the Arjun Mk1As.
