Indian Army to Extend Pinaka Rocket System Range by 4X to 300 km, Solidifying Global Standing

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The Indian Army is significantly bolstering its artillery capabilities with plans to dramatically increase the range of its Pinaka Multi-Barrel Rocket Launch (MRLS) systems.

According to Lt Gen Adosh Kumar, Director General of Artillery, efforts are underway to extend the system's reach by up to four times its current range, placing it among the top rocket systems worldwide.

Currently, the standard Pinaka rocket has a range of 38km, while the Guided Extended Range version reaches 75km. However, the Army is looking to the future with plans for rockets capable of striking targets at distances of 120km, 180km, and even 300km. This ambitious upgrade would significantly enhance the Army's long-range firepower and strategic deterrence.

Lt Gen Kumar highlighted the Pinaka system's versatility, emphasizing its ability to fire a variety of ammunition types, contributing to its battlefield efficacy. He confirmed ongoing trials for the guided extended range rockets, noting promising results in high-altitude tests. Trials in the plains are scheduled for next month, with successful outcomes expected to lead to a swift contract conclusion.

The Army currently has five regiments of Pinaka rocket systems in active service and has placed orders for five more. This expansion, coupled with the planned range extension, underscores the system's crucial role in India's defence strategy.

This development comes as India focuses on strengthening its indigenous defence capabilities. The Pinaka system, developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), is a testament to India's growing prowess in defence technology. By extending its range, India aims to not only enhance its own security but also solidify its position as a major player in the global arms market.

This extended range places the Pinaka system in a category similar to other advanced rocket systems, such as the American M270 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) and the Chinese PHL-03. It provides the Indian Army with a significant capability boost, allowing it to engage targets deep within enemy territory.
 
Pinaka Mk2 with 120 km range is already under testing so it'll take some time but it should be inducted as well. Testing of indigenous equipments take so long, it's kind of irritating while foreign equipment is inducted without that much testing. And IA is fielding 10 Pinaka regiments, not five.
 
Pinaka Mk2 with 120 km range is already under testing so it'll take some time but it should be inducted as well. Testing of indigenous equipments take so long, it's kind of irritating while foreign equipment is inducted without that much testing. And IA is fielding 10 Pinaka regiments, not five.
Still lags behind pakistani made FATH,1 and 2 with guided munition hitting with precision up to 70 and 200 kms and Fateh 3 is under testing as per open source news having an accurate killing range of 300kms.
 
Still lags behind pakistani made FATH,1 and 2 with guided munition hitting with precision up to 70 and 200 kms and Fateh 3 is under testing as per open source news having an accurate killing range of 300kms.
I can understand that Fatah 2 is better on paper but how's Fatah 1 better, considering that guided Pinaka has cleared testing and is under serial production?
 
R & D work must have been going to raise the rages of Pinaka with precision guided system. Why can't DRDO and other defence equipment manufacturing private companies recruit young engineers from theccampuses of IITs, NITs and other reputed institutions only for defence research purposes.
 
One of pvt company was developing Rocket with Range of 300 km what happen to that?
It's Solar Industries which is developing Maheshwarastr1&2 rockets with ranges of 150km & 250-300km respectively. Tests are expected in near future.
 
It's Solar Industries which is developing Maheshwarastr1&2 rockets with ranges of 150km & 250-300km respectively. Tests are expected in near future.
There is another company which is developing similar range like Maheshwarastra -2 Good to see competition
 
There is another company which is developing similar range like Maheshwarastra -2 Good to see competition
JSR Dynamics, Nagpur - 2 years back there was news that they are developing 324mm dia rockets with range of 280-350km - but no further news.
 

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