SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), a prestigious laboratory under the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO), has announced the release of a Request For Proposal (RFP) aimed at Indian vendors. This RFP calls for collaboration in the development of autoloaders for the Futuristic Armored Fighting Vehicle (FRCV), specifically for the Indian Army’s ambitious “Ranjeet” project.
Autoloaders are critical components in modern armoured vehicles, designed to automate the loading of ammunition into the main gun, thereby improving firing rates, reducing crew requirements, and enhancing combat efficiency. The integration of advanced autoloaders in the FRCV “Ranjeet” project will mark a significant technological leap for the Indian Army’s armoured corps, aligning with global trends in tank and AFV development.
The RFP seeks to engage Indian private sector companies in co-developing sophisticated autoloader systems that can manage the loading of ammunition into the main gun of the FRCV, thereby reducing crew requirements and increasing firing rates.
Vendors have a 24-month window post the Award of Contract to deliver the prototypes, emphasizing the urgency and strategic importance of this development. Autoloaders will allow for quicker reload times and fewer crew members, reducing human exposure to combat risks while maintaining or increasing the vehicle’s combat capability.
The FRCV “Ranjeet” is envisioned as a next-generation combat vehicle platform designed to replace the ageing fleet of T-72 main battle tanks in the Indian Army. The platform is expected to feature advanced armour protection, superior firepower, and enhanced mobility, making it suitable for modern warfare scenarios. Including an autoloader system will significantly improve its combat capabilities, particularly in high-intensity and rapid-response operations.
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