SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
A significant milestone has been achieved in India’s Indigenous defence manufacturing as the DRDO-L&T-developed Composite Combat Infantry Vehicle (CCIV) has completed its internal trials. This cutting-edge armoured vehicle is now poised to compete for the Indian Army’s highly anticipated Futuristic Infantry Combat Vehicle (FICV) contract.
The CCIV stands out for its impressive weight-to-power ratio. Despite being equipped with a formidable arsenal including a 30mm automatic cannon, a coaxial machine gun, and a remotely operated weapon station with a 12.7mm machine gun, the vehicle maintains a remarkably low weight of under 18 tons. This is primarily attributed to the extensive use of high-performance composite materials in its construction.
Designed to transport seven soldiers in addition to its three-person crew, the CCIV offers superior protection and mobility. The Indian Army has already expressed its keen interest in acquiring the FICV through the ‘Buy (Indian)’ category, as approved by the Defence Acquisition Council (DAC) last year.
This development underscores India’s growing self-reliance in defence equipment and the potential for domestic industries to meet the armed forces’ requirements. The competition for the FICV contract is expected to be fierce, with several domestic players vying for the lucrative order.
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