SOURCE: AFI
In a strategic move to enhance the survivability of its armored forces, the Indian Army has issued a Request for Information (RFI) for the procurement of an Active Protection System (APS) tailored for its T-90SM Main Battle Tanks (MBTs).
This tender has attracted the attention of several international defense giants, eager to offer their advanced solutions.
International Contenders:
- France: Thales Group is proposing its DIAMANT system, known for its capability to counter both kinetic and chemical energy threats with a combination of soft-kill and hard-kill measures. DIAMANT uses a combination of sensors and effectors to detect and neutralize incoming threats before they reach the tank.
- Israel: Rafael Advanced Defence Systems enters the fray with its Trophy APS, which has already proven its effectiveness in combat situations. Trophy uses radar to detect incoming projectiles and launches interceptors to destroy them, offering comprehensive protection against ATGMs and RPGs.
- Russia: The Instrument Design Bureau (KBP) presents the Afganit system, which is one of the most advanced Russian APS solutions. It’s designed for the new T-14 Armata but can be adapted for other platforms. Afganit combines hard-kill countermeasures with advanced sensors to tackle a wide array of threats, including top-attack missiles.
- Sweden – South Africa: Saab offers its LEDS-150, a system that integrates both soft-kill and hard-kill defenses. It’s noted for its flexibility, providing protection against various threats through a network of sensors and countermeasures, suitable for environments ranging from urban to open battlefields.
- South Korea: Hanwha with its KAPS system is also in the competition. KAPS is designed to protect against ATGMs and RPGs with its layered defense approach, including both soft and hard-kill capabilities, optimized for the specific needs of modern battle tanks.
- United States: Two American entries include Artis’s Iron Curtain and Raytheon’s Quick Kill. Iron Curtain focuses on close-in defense with a very short reaction time, ideal for urban combat scenarios. Quick Kill, on the other hand, uses a rapid-fire approach to intercept threats, demonstrating effectiveness against a broad spectrum of anti-tank munitions.
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