Tata’s Hummer styled vehicle for Indian Army enters production

[fsayed]

http://idrw.org/tatas-hummer-styled-vehicle-for-indian-army-enters-production/#more-141433

Earlier this week, we reported that the Tata Motors’ new Light Strike Vehicle – LSV V2 has been spied testing with military grade doors and hatch for roof mounted machine gun operator. The vehicle, styled much like the famed Hummer which is used by the US Military, was spied when Gurpreet Singh (Mototourer Gurpreet) when he was enroute Sach Pass.

Now, the same vehicle has rolled off the production line. Tata’s new LSV V2 is believed to be capable of a top speed of over 100 kmph. Its compact size allows it to be more versatile for multiple uses which other larger armoured vehicle cannot accomplish. In the Himalayas, this new Tata Hummer styled vehicle will be performing all sorts of heavy duty off-road tests.



This new Light Armoured Vehicle from Tata Motors, comes to the aid of infantry venturing into the battle ground. It allows them to be safe within the confines of the armoured vehicle and well protected from gunfire in counter insurgency operations, while at the same time ensuring quick and safe entry and exit from these regions.

The military vehicle Tata Motors receives some upgrades. The cabin is bullet proof with military grade doors while windows receive toughened and bullet proof glass. A hatch for a roof mounted machine gun operator is also evident in the sketch. The rear end of the Tata Motors Light Strike Vehicle also receives an open space which makes this a multipurpose vehicle to carry food, ammunition and troops along with other supplies to the battle front.

Just a few months back, Tata Motors secured one of their largest orders from the Indian Army – an order which could potentially see them sell over 30,000 units of Safari Storme to the Indian Army. Indian Army has decided to replace their entire fleet of Maruti Gypsy with the Tata Safari Storme over the next few years.

 

[Water Car Engineer]

Mahindra's LSV

We're seeing defence products raised from the ground up, instead of simpler civilian conversions.

This is the beginning, we'll see ICVs and tanks also going to be produced from the ground up from these players.

 

[Zhukov]

whats its cost?. Is it also available commercially for security contractors? Any foreign partnership involved?

 

[SingaporeGuy]

its not a real military vehicle until u place a 50kg IED underneath it and detonate it and the driver comes out and able to dance

 

[axisofevil]

its not a real military vehicle until u place a 50kg IED underneath it and detonate it and the driver comes out and able to dance

Says the guy from Singapore who has never seen any type of military actions LOL...go and play some video games..

 

[JohnyD]

Says the guy from Singapore who has never seen any type of military actions LOL...go and play some video games..

he is chinese living in SG...bit ashamed of showing his country flag!

 

[SingaporeGuy]

Says the guy from Singapore who has never seen any type of military actions LOL...go and play some video games..

Our singapore made military vehicles have been purchased by US army.

All our singapore made vehicles have been tested with 100kg IED bomb underneath and all survived.

 

[Sharky]

Now that's a real cool looking Light troop carrier.. India needs to dissolve DRDO and HAL and go the American way and privatise these organisation directly under Defence ministry.. can they mount any armaments?

 

[fsayed]

Mahindra's LSV

We're seeing defence products raised from the ground up, instead of simpler civilian conversions.

This is the beginning, we'll see ICVs and tanks also going to be produced from the ground up from these players.

Bro many more companies working on it

http://www.kalyanigroup.com/militaryVehiclePrograms.asp

The LSV uses modular armor packs to adjust its level of protection to its mission requirements.[2]. The LSV is available in twin seat combinations of 4/5seats
The armour protection is upgradeable by the replacement of armour packs within the vehicle's external skin. The basic add-on armour pack provides ballistic protection against small arms fire and a heavier kit provides protection against ambush.
LSV can be fitted & equipped with RCWS weapons stations which can be armed with a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.
The LMV is available in two different wheelbases, 3.2 m (126.0 in) and 3.5 m (137.8 in).[2] A two door, two seater is also available.
Available in 4x4, the LSV is design is on military off-the-shelf chassis, combined with a ballistic steel protected crew cell. This cell incorporates the driver's cab and cargo, which are communicating, offering more than 13 m^3 of volume in the standard 4x4 version, and can be increased to 16 m^3 for the ambulance version.
The LMV has been designed to meet the stringent demands of military operations at the same time as providing a high level of ride and crew comfort

Description
Variants
LMV Ambulance
LMV Command Post
LMV SF

Technical Data
Armament
The BFL LSV can be fitted with a remote controlled weapon station armed with weapons up to 12,7 mm in caliber. shelter, box-type or even pick-up style bodies can be mounted behind a smaller two-seat cab.

Design and protection
The BFL LSV can be fitted with modular armour, which gives a protection against ballistic threats, favoring crew protection versus vehicle integrity. The LSV is designed to provide the crew with the maximum possible safety against anmmunition threats. The ground clearance has been maximized, moving away the origin of the explosion. The high payload of the LSV can be exploited for installed add-on armour kits. The basic kits provides ballistic protection against light weapons fire, while the heavier kit can protect the crew from ambushes,
Propulsion
The LMV utilizes a conventional C-section chassis but with longitudinal reinforcements and tubular cross-members to give the required torsional rigidity. At present two wheelbase lengths are available, the standard 3.2 m and the extended 3.5 m, these giving overall lengths of 4.704 and 5.504 m respectively. The LSV is motorized with a 140 KW(HP) power engine coupled to an automatic or a mechanical gearbox with with 6 forward gears and 1 reverse.

Accessories
The cab is fitted with two front adjustable and suspended seats, plus three suspended seats at the rear. A winch is mounted to the front of the vehicle. The LSV vehicle has been designed with a compact profile that allows one vehicle to be carried inside a CH-47 helicopter, while a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules transport aircraft can carry two systems internally.

Specifications
Length <5000mm
Width <2250mm
Height <2250mm
Track 3200mm – 3500mm
Ground Clearance 300mm
Approach & Departure Angle 35 degree
Gradeability 60 %
GVWR 4500 kg
Armament A 7.62 or 12.7 mm can be mounted on the roof of the vehicle
Armor Protection Ballistic protection & Floor Protection Options for add on Armor kit is available
Range 500 kmph
Options available a.Modern war fighter catering to multiple mission profiles
b.Troop movement
c.Surveillance
d.Command and Control
e.Reconnaissance & Liaison
f.Electronic Warfare

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS II

A multi-role armored wheeled vehicle developed with cutting edge technology in response to the challenges posed to the mechanized infantry forces taking into account the versatile current and future operational environments and customer requirements, APC also assist in Transporting Infantry troops rapidly and safely under combined protection against bullet and mine threat as well as NBC weapons.
The BFL-APC is different from its other models, which are primarily based on truck platforms. Instead, is a monocoque hull design consisting of armor steel. The armor steel can withstand to NATO standards to STANAG Level III , in withstanding 5.56 and 7.62 mm bullets. A new torsion bar suspension system has been designed for this model. Currently, the engine is six-cylinder turbo-charged diesel engine being used Gears consist of six forward and one reverse.
The driver sits on the right of the vehicle while the vehicle commander is on the left. Communications equipment and GPS with night vision equipment included. Emergency exits are present on both sides of the APC, as well as a mounted video camera at the rear of the vehicle.
The ADD ON base steel armor of the crew cell provides a high level of ballistic protection and this can be further
enhanced through the use of appliqué protection to meet the predicted threat

Family of Vehicles
APC (Armored Personnel Carrier)
IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle)
ARV (Armored Recovery Vehicle)
ACV (Armored Command Vehicle)
AAV (Armored Ambulance Vehicle

Overall Characteristics
High mobility and maneuverability
Excellent cross-country performance
High level of commonality and modularity with FOV by modular design
Long operational range
Various types of armament adaptation due to large payload
All round armor protection
Observation and fire fighting capabilities in all direction
Simple systems with high reliability
Easy operation and maintenance
Low noise and vibration in the crew compartment
Versatile operational equipment’s (CTIS, ABS, Air conditioning, Winch) Mobility
High performance power pack and 100% locking differentials
All wheel independent suspension and disc brakes
Ground pressure adjustment according to terrain conditions with CTIS
All tires equipped with run flat elements
Deployable by air, sea and land transport

Fire Power
The BFL APC roof structure with cupola is so designed that can accept a variety of weapons & its mounts depending on customer requirements, including 7,62mm or 12,7mm machine gun and 40mm grenade launcher. The RWS is controlled remotely from inside the APC via joystick. Bulletproof shutters can be opened and closed from inside the vehicle when needed as an option.

Power Pack
Highly reliable and compact power pack system enabling ground hopping for preventive check
Hydrostatic fan drive system with automatic speed control
High efficiency of corrugated fin and tube type of aluminum radiator and intercoole
Vetronics system providing with electronic engine control and diagnostic monitoring

Independent Suspension & Axle System
Type: Independent double wishbone with coil spring & shock absorber
Providing high mobility on various types of terrain by eliminating any influence of wheels among each other

Protection
Large tyres fitted with run-flat inserts optimize absorption of blast energy, whilst deflector plates lining the wheel, arches maximize energy dissipation. All occupants are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts, avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.Specifications
Vehicle Type 6x6x4 Wheeled, Armor Personal Carrier
Engine Power to Weight Ratio 194Kw, V-6,4 Cylinder,Torque-755Nm at 1800 Min rpm
Gear Box Min 6 Forward and one reverse gear
Turret 360 Degree Rotating Turret on roof with closed hatch and universal gun mount for 7.62 MMG
Protection Level Stanag Level III 7.62mm x 51 NATO ball/ 5.56mm x 45 NATO SS 109 Add – on armor concept for optional upgrades
Tyres 14.0" x 20.0" All terrain run flat tyres, run minimum 50 kms after HIT
Ground clearance 400 MM
Payload 1500 KG
GVW Max 20 Ton
Maximum Vertical Obstacle 600mm
Maximum Side Inclination 30%
Maximum Slope 60%
Maximum Fording 1 Mtr.
Maximum Turning Radius 9.80 Mtr
Fuel capacity 370 ltr/ Diesel
Frame Hull based , chasis less, minimum four hatches for emergency exit
Troops Carrying Capacity Minimum 10 persons (Including driver)
Quality Assurance Internationally accepted quality assurance certificate for the protection level
Other Features All major components like fuel tank, gear boxes, air tanks, transfer case, engine etc are housed inside hull.

Many more indigenous products coming from private companies

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS I:

 

[c.t.ramesh]

Hi singapore guy you always funny opposite thought your told 50kg IED any armored vehicles blast but 1 kg is enough .IED is not better is olden technology now day all are used c4 . better than IED because yield strength 100 yards

its not a real military vehicle until u place a 50kg IED underneath it and detonate it and the driver comes out and able to dance

 

[RoyalEnfieldBullet500]

Guys we have an expert here. We should listen to him. @SingaporeGuy educate us more please

 

[axisofevil]

Our singapore made military vehicles have been purchased by US army.

All our singapore made vehicles have been tested with 100kg IED bomb underneath and all survived.

Do you understand you have never seen any combat since WW2? LMAO.......Your relationship with the West is what has allowed you to purchase such weapons. The West made sure your country would be economically stable to provide a base/platform for them in the East.......

 

[SingaporeGuy]

Do you understand you have never seen any combat since WW2? LMAO.......Your relationship with the West is what has allowed you to purchase such weapons. The West made sure your country would be economically stable to provide a base/platform for them in the East.......

Its a blessing not to see combat.
India is still fighting a war in the north west and pple are still dying.

Even the situation in north korea is more stable than india

 

[axisofevil]

Its a blessing not to see combat.
India is still fighting a war in the north west and pple are still dying.

Even the situation in north korea is more stable than india

Of course its a blessing. Its a shame that folks like yourself refuse to see and remain blind to the real issues that flare terror in India. You can't fire a gun unless you obtain? How and where do you think they are getting such weapons?

 

[DESERT FIGHTER]

Bro many more companies working on it

http://www.kalyanigroup.com/militaryVehiclePrograms.asp

The LSV uses modular armor packs to adjust its level of protection to its mission requirements.[2]. The LSV is available in twin seat combinations of 4/5seats
The armour protection is upgradeable by the replacement of armour packs within the vehicle's external skin. The basic add-on armour pack provides ballistic protection against small arms fire and a heavier kit provides protection against ambush.
LSV can be fitted & equipped with RCWS weapons stations which can be armed with a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.
The LMV is available in two different wheelbases, 3.2 m (126.0 in) and 3.5 m (137.8 in).[2] A two door, two seater is also available.
Available in 4x4, the LSV is design is on military off-the-shelf chassis, combined with a ballistic steel protected crew cell. This cell incorporates the driver's cab and cargo, which are communicating, offering more than 13 m^3 of volume in the standard 4x4 version, and can be increased to 16 m^3 for the ambulance version.
The LMV has been designed to meet the stringent demands of military operations at the same time as providing a high level of ride and crew comfort

Description
Variants
LMV Ambulance
LMV Command Post
LMV SF

Technical Data
Armament
The BFL LSV can be fitted with a remote controlled weapon station armed with weapons up to 12,7 mm in caliber. shelter, box-type or even pick-up style bodies can be mounted behind a smaller two-seat cab.

Design and protection
The BFL LSV can be fitted with modular armour, which gives a protection against ballistic threats, favoring crew protection versus vehicle integrity. The LSV is designed to provide the crew with the maximum possible safety against anmmunition threats. The ground clearance has been maximized, moving away the origin of the explosion. The high payload of the LSV can be exploited for installed add-on armour kits. The basic kits provides ballistic protection against light weapons fire, while the heavier kit can protect the crew from ambushes,
Propulsion
The LMV utilizes a conventional C-section chassis but with longitudinal reinforcements and tubular cross-members to give the required torsional rigidity. At present two wheelbase lengths are available, the standard 3.2 m and the extended 3.5 m, these giving overall lengths of 4.704 and 5.504 m respectively. The LSV is motorized with a 140 KW(HP) power engine coupled to an automatic or a mechanical gearbox with with 6 forward gears and 1 reverse.

Accessories
The cab is fitted with two front adjustable and suspended seats, plus three suspended seats at the rear. A winch is mounted to the front of the vehicle. The LSV vehicle has been designed with a compact profile that allows one vehicle to be carried inside a CH-47 helicopter, while a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules transport aircraft can carry two systems internally.

Specifications
Length <5000mm
Width <2250mm
Height <2250mm
Track 3200mm – 3500mm
Ground Clearance 300mm
Approach & Departure Angle 35 degree
Gradeability 60 %
GVWR 4500 kg
Armament A 7.62 or 12.7 mm can be mounted on the roof of the vehicle
Armor Protection Ballistic protection & Floor Protection Options for add on Armor kit is available
Range 500 kmph
Options available a.Modern war fighter catering to multiple mission profiles
b.Troop movement
c.Surveillance
d.Command and Control
e.Reconnaissance & Liaison
f.Electronic Warfare

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS II

A multi-role armored wheeled vehicle developed with cutting edge technology in response to the challenges posed to the mechanized infantry forces taking into account the versatile current and future operational environments and customer requirements, APC also assist in Transporting Infantry troops rapidly and safely under combined protection against bullet and mine threat as well as NBC weapons.
The BFL-APC is different from its other models, which are primarily based on truck platforms. Instead, is a monocoque hull design consisting of armor steel. The armor steel can withstand to NATO standards to STANAG Level III , in withstanding 5.56 and 7.62 mm bullets. A new torsion bar suspension system has been designed for this model. Currently, the engine is six-cylinder turbo-charged diesel engine being used Gears consist of six forward and one reverse.
The driver sits on the right of the vehicle while the vehicle commander is on the left. Communications equipment and GPS with night vision equipment included. Emergency exits are present on both sides of the APC, as well as a mounted video camera at the rear of the vehicle.
The ADD ON base steel armor of the crew cell provides a high level of ballistic protection and this can be further
enhanced through the use of appliqué protection to meet the predicted threat

Family of Vehicles
APC (Armored Personnel Carrier)
IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle)
ARV (Armored Recovery Vehicle)
ACV (Armored Command Vehicle)
AAV (Armored Ambulance Vehicle

Overall Characteristics
High mobility and maneuverability
Excellent cross-country performance
High level of commonality and modularity with FOV by modular design
Long operational range
Various types of armament adaptation due to large payload
All round armor protection
Observation and fire fighting capabilities in all direction
Simple systems with high reliability
Easy operation and maintenance
Low noise and vibration in the crew compartment
Versatile operational equipment’s (CTIS, ABS, Air conditioning, Winch) Mobility
High performance power pack and 100% locking differentials
All wheel independent suspension and disc brakes
Ground pressure adjustment according to terrain conditions with CTIS
All tires equipped with run flat elements
Deployable by air, sea and land transport

Fire Power
The BFL APC roof structure with cupola is so designed that can accept a variety of weapons & its mounts depending on customer requirements, including 7,62mm or 12,7mm machine gun and 40mm grenade launcher. The RWS is controlled remotely from inside the APC via joystick. Bulletproof shutters can be opened and closed from inside the vehicle when needed as an option.

Power Pack
Highly reliable and compact power pack system enabling ground hopping for preventive check
Hydrostatic fan drive system with automatic speed control
High efficiency of corrugated fin and tube type of aluminum radiator and intercoole
Vetronics system providing with electronic engine control and diagnostic monitoring

Independent Suspension & Axle System
Type: Independent double wishbone with coil spring & shock absorber
Providing high mobility on various types of terrain by eliminating any influence of wheels among each other

Protection
Large tyres fitted with run-flat inserts optimize absorption of blast energy, whilst deflector plates lining the wheel, arches maximize energy dissipation. All occupants are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts, avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.Specifications
Vehicle Type 6x6x4 Wheeled, Armor Personal Carrier
Engine Power to Weight Ratio 194Kw, V-6,4 Cylinder,Torque-755Nm at 1800 Min rpm
Gear Box Min 6 Forward and one reverse gear
Turret 360 Degree Rotating Turret on roof with closed hatch and universal gun mount for 7.62 MMG
Protection Level Stanag Level III 7.62mm x 51 NATO ball/ 5.56mm x 45 NATO SS 109 Add – on armor concept for optional upgrades
Tyres 14.0" x 20.0" All terrain run flat tyres, run minimum 50 kms after HIT
Ground clearance 400 MM
Payload 1500 KG
GVW Max 20 Ton
Maximum Vertical Obstacle 600mm
Maximum Side Inclination 30%
Maximum Slope 60%
Maximum Fording 1 Mtr.
Maximum Turning Radius 9.80 Mtr
Fuel capacity 370 ltr/ Diesel
Frame Hull based , chasis less, minimum four hatches for emergency exit
Troops Carrying Capacity Minimum 10 persons (Including driver)
Quality Assurance Internationally accepted quality assurance certificate for the protection level
Other Features All major components like fuel tank, gear boxes, air tanks, transfer case, engine etc are housed inside hull.

Many more indigenous products coming from private companies

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS I:

TATRA

Brazilian EE-11 Urutu APC

BAE RG32M military 4x4 offroad truck

BDRM