The Indian Army has issued a substantial ₹6,500 crore tender for the procurement of 400 155/52 calibre Indigenous Design Developed and Manufactured (IDDM) Towed Gun Systems (TGS), signaling a significant step towards enhancing India's artillery capabilities with domestically produced weaponry.
Several major Indian defence companies, including Bharat Forge, Adani Defence, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and state-owned Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL), are set to compete for this lucrative tender.
The procurement of 400 155/52 calibre TGS is poised to significantly bolster the Indian Army's artillery capabilities. With a growing emphasis on indigenous production under the "Make in India" initiative, this tender not only strengthens the country's defence preparedness but also provides a boost to the domestic defence industry.
As the competition intensifies, all eyes are on these defence giants as they prepare their bids. The final selection will hinge on a combination of technical capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to meet the Army's operational requirements. This tender represents a crucial step in modernizing India's artillery arsenal and promoting self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
Several major Indian defence companies, including Bharat Forge, Adani Defence, Larsen & Toubro (L&T), and state-owned Advanced Weapons and Equipment India Limited (AWEIL), are set to compete for this lucrative tender.
Bharat Forge
Is likely to present two strong contenders:- The 155 mm/52 calibre ultra-light howitzer (ULH), known as the Mountain Artillery Gun-Extended Range (MAG-ER), designed for enhanced mobility in mountainous terrain.
- The Bharat 52, another 155 mm/52 calibre gun system, also expected to be a strong candidate due to its weight being under 15 tons.
AWEIL
Will be offering a 155 mm/52 calibre towed gun based on the Dhanush 155 mm/45 calibre gun, an upgraded version of the Bofors FH77B gun, which has already proven itself in various trials.
L&T-Nexter Partnership
L&T has partnered with French defence manufacturer Nexter to offer the TRAJAN 155/52 calibre towed artillery gun, combining Nexter's artillery expertise with L&T's manufacturing capabilities.
Adani Defence
Is set to offer a towed variant of the ATMOS, a 155 mm/52 calibre truck-mounted howitzer, known for its modularity and ease of deployment.
Tata
Although not officially confirmed, Tata might offer a lighter variant of the Advanced Towed Artillery Gun System (ATAGS) developed in collaboration with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), known for its impressive range and accuracy.
The procurement of 400 155/52 calibre TGS is poised to significantly bolster the Indian Army's artillery capabilities. With a growing emphasis on indigenous production under the "Make in India" initiative, this tender not only strengthens the country's defence preparedness but also provides a boost to the domestic defence industry.
As the competition intensifies, all eyes are on these defence giants as they prepare their bids. The final selection will hinge on a combination of technical capabilities, cost-effectiveness, and the ability to meet the Army's operational requirements. This tender represents a crucial step in modernizing India's artillery arsenal and promoting self-reliance in defence manufacturing.
