SOURCE: RAUNAK KUNDE / NEWS BEAT / IDRW.ORG
The Indian Army’s ambitious Future Ready Combat Vehicle (FRCV) program is gearing up to revolutionize its armoured fleet with cutting-edge technology and indigenous propulsion systems. Central to this initiative is the DRDO-developed Datran 1500hp engine, poised to power the new generation of main battle tanks (MBTs). This engine represents a significant leap in India’s quest for self-reliance in defence technology.
The Datran 1500hp engine is a military-grade propulsion system designed to equip the FRCV MBTs with exceptional power and performance. With a 30.1 power-to-weight ratio for a 50-ton MBT, the engine ensures enhanced mobility and operational efficiency, vital for modern combat scenarios. The engine’s reliability and indigenous design align with the Indian Army’s emphasis on reducing dependency on foreign technologies.
The FRCV program will involve the development of two distinct prototypes based on responses to the upcoming Request for Proposal (RFP). These prototypes will reflect varying design philosophies, armament configurations, and technological innovations. Despite these differences, both prototypes will be equipped with the common Datran 1500hp engine, ensuring standardized performance metrics and logistical simplicity during production and deployment.
After rigorous trials and evaluations, one of the two prototypes will be selected as the winning design. The production plan includes the following highlights the first batch of over 590 tanks will see a 60-40 manufacturing split between the two companies responsible for the competing prototypes. Production will occur in three phases, with each batch incorporating incremental upgrades based on operational feedback and emerging technological advancements.
The FRCV tanks are slated to replace the Indian Army’s ageing T-72 fleet by the mid-2040s. With over 2,000 T-72 tanks in service, the FRCV program represents a crucial step in modernizing India’s armoured capabilities.
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