SOURCE: AFI
A pivotal stride in India’s self-reliance in defense manufacturing was initiated in 1977-78 with the commencement of the Gun Carriage Project. This ambitious undertaking aimed to develop an indigenous prototype for the 105 mm Field Gun ‘IFG MK-II’, excluding the barrel and recoil system.
The project, a collaborative effort between the Gun Carriage Factory and the Armour Research & Development Establishment (ARDE), marked a significant step towards India’s capability to produce advanced artillery systems indigenously. The development of the gun carriage, a crucial component of the field gun, was a complex endeavor requiring expertise in engineering, metallurgy, and manufacturing.
The success of this project laid the foundation for India’s subsequent advancements in artillery technology, culminating in the development of the Indian Field Gun (IFG), a weapon system renowned for its reliability and performance in diverse terrains.