Final Delivery of Alakran VMIMS to Indian Army Expected by End of 2024

The Indian Army is poised to significantly enhance its battlefield capabilities with the final delivery of Alakran Vehicle Mounted Infantry Mortar Systems (VMIMS) anticipated by the end of 2024.

This development marks the culmination of a contract awarded to Mahindra Defence of India, with the UK-based Milanion NTGS serving as the original manufacturer of the advanced mortar technology.

What is the Alakran?​

The Alakran system is an innovative 81mm deployable mortar renowned for its integration onto Mahindra's Armoured Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV). Its design prioritizes superior mobility, enhanced accuracy, rapid firing capabilities, and potent battlefield firepower.

The Alakran's unique distinction lies in its status as the world's lightest, fully digital, and automated mortar system – a testament to its technological sophistication. The integration of this system is tailored for the fast-paced, "shoot-and-scoot" operational demands of modern combat.

Benefits for the Indian Army​

The induction of the Alakran VMIMS offers a multi-dimensional upgrade for the Indian Army:

• Firepower: The addition of the Alakran directly amplifies the Army's overall offensive capabilities, bolstering its ability to deliver decisive blows in combat situations.
• Tactical Flexibility: The system's emphasis on mobility and rapid deployment allows the Indian Army to swiftly counter and adapt to evolving battlefield scenarios with newfound agility.
• Technological Advancement: The incorporation of the Alakran demonstrates the Indian Army's commitment to embracing cutting-edge technologies that offer a clear advantage on the modern battlefield.

Looking Ahead​

While the precise quantity of Alakran systems destined for the Indian Army remains undisclosed, their arrival will unquestionably bolster India's military strength and technological prowess.

The seamless integration of advanced mortar technology with the maneuverable ALSV platform promises a potent force multiplier on future battlefields.

 

[Ramsses CDXX]

How many❓

 

[Apocalypse gupta]

This is kid brother of truck mounted howitzer.

 

[Arden H]

How many❓

50 afaik

 

[ABHIJIT APSINGIKAR]

This is kid brother of truck mounted howitzer.

Dude not funny. Its a self-propelled mortar system, mounted on a highly mobile ALSV chassis. Its range is no where near a howitzer and both mortars and howitzers serve two very different functions. Mortars have high elevation and are good at lobbing shells in a high arc parabolic/ballistic trajectory over even heavily fortified obstacles, whereas Howitzer is limited elevation, and can throw a shell at great distances well over 35KM.

 

[Apocalypse gupta]

Its range is no where near a howitzer and both mortars and howitzers serve two very different functions. Mortars have high elevation and are good at lobbing shells in a high arc parabolic/ballistic trajectory over even heavily fortified obstacles, whereas Howitzer is limited elevation, and can throw a shell at great distances well over 35KM.

Difference between howitzer and mortar are-
Range
Mortar is to be used by infantry while howitzer comes under dedicated artillery regiment.
Damage of howitzer is much greater and it is meant to bombard a large are to destroy infantry, armored vehicles entrenched positions etc. Mortar is more tactical and mobile and is used to achieve much smaller objecctives such as destroying a specific machine gun position.

Your point about trajectory is not correct. Trajectory depends on what sort of range you are firing at and the elevation of target relative to you.

 

[Sudha]

How many❓

Not disclosed. Maybe 50 maybe 100. One has to toss a coin & guess😟

 

[Prashu Sam]

Exciting news. Infantry modernization .

Carl Gustaf m4, Mortors, Mounted Morters and ATV, ASLV will make infantry lethal.

Eagerly waiting for AK-203 and Mukut helmets for soldiers

 

[ABHIJIT APSINGIKAR]

Difference between howitzer and mortar are-
Range
Mortar is to be used by infantry while howitzer comes under dedicated artillery regiment.
Damage of howitzer is much greater and it is meant to bombard a large are to destroy infantry, armored vehicles entrenched positions etc. Mortar is more tactical and mobile and is used to achieve much smaller objecctives such as destroying a specific machine gun position.

No dude, a howitzer and a mortar has a fundamentally different operational principle and have dostinct use cases. A howitzer usually has a firing angle between 45-90 degrees, though during at 90 degrees would endanger the firing position itself. Optimal range of howitzer is however achieved at 45 degrees angle and will have a flatter trajectory. On the other hand a mortar is fired at steep angles and is used to vertically drop down shells that go in a high parabolic arc. You can use a mortar to clear walls and target enemy behind a wall or even drop shells right inside a trench.

 

[Apocalypse gupta]

No dude, a howitzer and a mortar has a fundamentally different operational principle and have dostinct use cases. A howitzer usually has a firing angle between 45-90 degrees, though during at 90 degrees would endanger the firing position itself. Optimal range of howitzer is however achieved at 45 degrees angle and will have a flatter trajectory. On the other hand a mortar is fired at steep angles and is used to vertically drop down shells that go in a high parabolic arc. You can use a mortar to clear walls and target enemy behind a wall or even drop shells right inside a trench.

You are totally wrong. The entire purpose of a trench is protect yourself from artillery, as being below ground protects you from shrapnel if artillery shell impacts nearby.

The chances or mortar or howitzer shell landing inside trench is negligible. The 45 degree you mentioned is used to maximise range, otherwise you can set the angle depending on the range you want to strike.