India-US May Resume Stryker Armoured Vehicle Co-Development Talks During Defence Minister's Visit

As Defence Minister Rajnath Singh arrives in Washington D.C. for a four-day visit, discussions between India and the United States are expected to resume on the co-development of the Stryker Armoured vehicle.

This collaborative initiative would entail the joint production of these vehicles in India, with the Indian Army anticipating the procurement of 300 units, likely to be assembled by public sector companies. However, the final decision on manufacturers and the precise order quantity is pending with the Ministry of Defence (MoD).

A critical requirement outlined by the Indian Army is an upgraded engine for these vehicles. This enhancement is aimed at improving their performance in high-altitude regions, particularly along India's northern and northeastern borders. The upgraded engine is expected to empower the Strykers to navigate challenging terrains effectively, ensuring optimal operational support for the Army.

The Stryker, an eight-wheeled armored fighting vehicle, is recognized for its adaptability and agility. If successfully concluded, this co-production deal would mark a significant milestone in bolstering India-US defense ties. Moreover, it aligns with India's 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (Self-Reliant India) mission by fostering domestic manufacturing capabilities in the defense sector.

As the MoD works towards finalizing the specifics of this collaboration, the focus remains on fulfilling the Indian Army's operational requirements and advancing the country's self-reliance goals in defense production. The Stryker armored vehicles, equipped with upgraded engines, would enhance India's military capabilities in challenging terrains, particularly those along its sensitive borders.

 

[Tanishq Bafila]

I think that you may be correct about first point but wrong about 2nd one. Indian military was very impressed by american drone tech. We had leased a few sea guardian drones and now we have extended their lease. Also, these drones played major part in surveilence on LAC when tensions were on.

Dude I am not against the procurement of M9Q drones , they are beast... I only pointed it out to show how we please USA . Though 300million + dollar for 1 M9Q is not justified but they are need of the hour.

And regarding the news to procurement of Stryker it is almost certain that we will order at least 10 units it is all over twitter channels , we have seen in the past that US suddenly offers or even sweetens the deal when we make a indigenous product to ditch our product and rely on US for defence products..

And I hope it doesn't happen this time also , import lobby will do anything to buy foreign maal to get their cut..

 

[PKPRS]

As US cant Take Back to US From Afghanistan , Only thing was Freight Expense.

No the deal was to leave everything and go, some $85bln worth equipments.

 

[Sandeep]

Dude I am not against the procurement of M9Q drones , they are beast... I only pointed it out to show how we please USA..

And regarding the news to procurement of Stryker it is almost certain that we will order at least 10 units it is all over twitter channels , we have seen in the past that US suddenly offers or even sweetens the deal when we make a indigenous product to ditch our product and rely on US for defence products..

And I hope it doesn't happen this time also , import lobby will do anything to buy foreign maal to get their cut..

Yes they will try because they just want more money from us. The USA are talking about making a deal but our side is just being polite by saying we will look into it and assess the vehicle. No government official or military official has ever said that they will buy it or they want it.

Also they are slowly going to phase out the Stryker IFV in favour of their M10 Booker which will be more advanced, more capable and have the latest next generation technology. So in reality they are just selling a very old and inferior Stryker IFV with old and outdated technology. So they aren’t doing us any special favours or have our best interest at heart at all.

 

[Pad UwU]

IMHO Swedish CV90 is better than the Stryker or other alternatives from Europe and from Brazil or if we go full 8x8 we already have Indian design.... The only difference is it's turrets and radar sensor technology init plus the add ons armor

 

[Apocalypse gupta]

Dude I am not against the procurement of M9Q drones , they are beast... I only pointed it out to show how we please USA . Though 300million + dollar for 1 M9Q is not justified but they are need of the hour.

And regarding the news to procurement of Stryker it is almost certain that we will order at least 10 units it is all over twitter channels , we have seen in the past that US suddenly offers or even sweetens the deal when we make a indigenous product to ditch our product and rely on US for defence products..

And I hope it doesn't happen this time also , import lobby will do anything to buy foreign maal to get their cut..

Well, we are looking to strengthen ties to US. And US is looking to do the same. Best way to do so is through arms sales. In old days, marriages was way to form alliances. In international diplomacy between countries, the marriage equivalent is military sales and co-production.

India does not form alliances. This is historically the case.

America forms alliances. This is historically the case. So how do you form trust in the establishment of both countries. Best way to do so is through arms sales and joint production.

 

[Ranjeet Singh]

Also review 500 Km HIMARS, MQ-9 UCAV, Sea Hawk drone, PAC-III,and TOMAHAWK cruise missile tech transfer and make them in India !

 

[kumar]

Whap after years of trials did not get production orders above 300 and Stryker with American sticker gets 300 order numbers from the get go. Way to go, MOD and IA, the corrupt lot in our system. And we go around asking private sector, why don't they participate in SPVs and handle more risks. Really pity guys like baba Kalyani, sss defence, etc. Private players should think 1000 times before investing in weapons development for IA, as they are worst of the lot.