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Further in 1965, the activities were bifurcated between ‘R&D’ and ‘Inspection’ and two separate establishments viz. Vehicle Research & Development Establishment (VRDE) and Controllerate of Inspection Vehicles (CIV), now known as Controllerate of Quality Assurance Vehicles (CQAV), came into existence. A detachment of VRDE was created at [[Avadi]], [[Madras]] in 1966, to assist in a production of main battle tanks at [[Heavy Vehicles Factory]], [[Avadi]] which eventually led to the formation of [[CVRDE]] and further bifurcation of roles. The previous director of VRDE was Mr. Sangam Sinha. | Further in 1965, the activities were bifurcated between ‘R&D’ and ‘Inspection’ and two separate establishments viz. Vehicle Research & Development Establishment (VRDE) and Controllerate of Inspection Vehicles (CIV), now known as Controllerate of Quality Assurance Vehicles (CQAV), came into existence. A detachment of VRDE was created at [[Avadi]], [[Madras]] in 1966, to assist in a production of main battle tanks at [[Heavy Vehicles Factory]], [[Avadi]] which eventually led to the formation of [[CVRDE]] and further bifurcation of roles. The previous director of VRDE was Mr. Sangam Sinha. | ||
Starting with design modifications and technical evaluation of vehicles, VRDE has graduated over the years into an organization capable of undertaking development of futuristic vehicles. The National Centre for Automotive Testing (NCAT), a separate division of VRDE, provides | Starting with design modifications and technical evaluation of vehicles, VRDE has graduated over the years into an organization capable of undertaking development of futuristic vehicles. The National Centre for Automotive Testing (NCAT), a separate division of VRDE, provides for vehicle testing and evaluation requirements of defence services as well as automotive industry.<ref>http://bsl.co.in/india/news/arai-to-upgrade-pune-ahmednagar-units-for-rs-550-cr/248261/ {{Bare URL inline|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|author=Oncars India |url=http://www.oncars.in/Car-News-Detail/Government-of-India-to-set-up-National-Automotive-Board/1868 |title=Govt. of India to set up National Automotive Board | India.com |publisher=Oncars.in |date=2012-02-20 |accessdate=2022-08-05}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.natrip.in/DisplayContents.aspx?menuid=164 |title=:: Welcome to NATRiP :: |website=www.natrip.in |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20090218115126/http://natrip.in/DisplayContents.aspx?menuid=164 |archive-date=2009-02-18}}</ref><ref>http://www.amwasia.com/company/engineering-excellence {{Bare URL inline|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.indiamart.com/shrimankar-gascar-services/lpg-kits.html |title=LPG Kits - Lpg Reducer, Sequential LPG Reducer, LPG ECU and LPG Solenoid Valve Supplier & Manufacturer |website=www.indiamart.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111006024250/http://www.indiamart.com/shrimankar-gascar-services/lpg-kits.html |archive-date=2011-10-06}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://autocarpro.in/contents/specialReportDetails.aspx?SpecialReportID=90 |title=Autocar Professional |access-date=2012-11-14 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130110022853/http://autocarpro.in/contents/specialReportDetails.aspx?SpecialReportID=90 |archive-date=2013-01-10 |url-status=dead }}</ref><ref>http://www.wondercarspune.com/htm/alto_comfort.asp {{Bare URL inline|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>[http://www.dst.gov.in/admin_finance/un-sq3100.htm ]{{dead link|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://autocarpro.in/contents/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=851 |title=Autocar Professional |website=autocarpro.in |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20110726032232/http://autocarpro.in/contents/NewsDetails.aspx?NewsID=851 |archive-date=2011-07-26}}</ref> India's first and one of the biggest in the world, Automotive Electro-Magnetic Compatibility (EMC) test facility, which is also known as EMC Tech Centre has been established.<ref>http://www.fadaweb.com/news_details.asp?id=n117066 {{Bare URL inline|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>http://automotivehorizon.sulekha.com/emc-norms-for-indian-autos-from-new-year_12_2010_postedby_jayashankar-menon {{Dead link|date=February 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.indianexpress.com/news/drdo-to-launch-emc-lab-in-ahmednagar/502333 |title=DRDO to launch EMC lab in Ahmednagar - Indian Express |website=www.indianexpress.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130115122906/http://www.indianexpress.com/news/Drdo-to-launch-emc-lab-in-ahmednagar/502333/ |archive-date=2013-01-15}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.automotiveproductsfinder.com/Coverstory/CS2009/September/CS01.asp |title=Automotive Products Finder - CoverStories |website=www.automotiveproductsfinder.com |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20091003121509/http://www.automotiveproductsfinder.com/Coverstory/CS2009/September/CS01.asp |archive-date=2009-10-03}}</ref><ref>http://www.accessmylibrary.com/article-1G1-213507043/vehicle-testing-gets-cheaper.html {{Bare URL inline|date=May 2022}}</ref><ref>http://dhi.nic.in/natrip_act.htm {{Dead link|date=August 2022}}</ref> The Energy Research Centre is also on its way to completion.<ref name="articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com">{{cite web |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-18/pune/31207108_1_uavs-altitude-fuel |title=Energy research centre to come up at vehicles research and development establishment - Times of India |website=articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130726103737/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2012-03-18/pune/31207108_1_uavs-altitude-fuel |archive-date=26 July 2013 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>http://sainiksamachar.nic.in/englisharchives/2008/jun01-08/h8.html {{Dead link|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://zeenews.india.com/news/nation/drdo-licences-technology-from-csmcri-to-develop-bio-diesel_618913.html|title = DRDO licences technology from CSMCRI to develop bio-diesel|date = 14 April 2022}}</ref> National Centre of Excellence for Combustion and Gasification (NCECG) is also being established.<ref>http://www.defencenow.com/news/774/drdo-pursuing-gasification-technology-project-for-indias-defence-forces.html {{Bare URL inline|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://frontierindia.org/drdo-to-lead-consortium-for-multi-feed-gasification-with-poly-generation/ |title=DRDO to lead consortium for Multi Feed Gasification with Poly Generation |website=frontierindia.org |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20130303180658/http://frontierindia.org/drdo-to-lead-consortium-for-multi-feed-gasification-with-poly-generation/ |archive-date=2013-03-03}}</ref> | ||
== Technologies developed == | == Technologies developed == | ||
*'''[[Armoured Engineer Reconnaissance Vehicle|Armoured Engineer Reconnaissance Vehicle (AERV)]]''' - The vehicle is based on amphibious BMP-II chassis, retaining its mobility and protective features. The vehicle is fitted with an array of instruments for carrying out land and water recce. AERV has entered into service with the [[Indian Army]]. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. AERV is designed to provide Combat Engineering Support for both offensive and defensive operations in plain, desert and riverine terrains. It can measure bank conditions, profile of water obstacles and terrain conditions to facilitate construction of assault bridges.<ref>{{ | *'''[[Armoured Engineer Reconnaissance Vehicle|Armoured Engineer Reconnaissance Vehicle (AERV)]]''' - The vehicle is based on amphibious BMP-II chassis, retaining its mobility and protective features. The vehicle is fitted with an array of instruments for carrying out land and water recce. AERV has entered into service with the [[Indian Army]]. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. AERV is designed to provide Combat Engineering Support for both offensive and defensive operations in plain, desert and riverine terrains. It can measure bank conditions, profile of water obstacles and terrain conditions to facilitate construction of assault bridges.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.thehindubusinessline.com/todays-paper/tp-economy/vrde-hands-over-amphibious-vehicle-to-army/article2195268.ece?ref=archive|title = VRDE hands over amphibious vehicle to Army}}</ref> | ||
*'''[[DRDO Armoured Ambulance|Armoured Ambulance]]''' – This version retains the turret but without the gun or smoke grenade launchers.<ref name="JED The Military Equipment Directory"/> It is under production at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. The troop compartment has been modified to carry four stretchers.<ref>[http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article7118.ece The Hindu : News / National : First batch of armoured ambulances rolled out<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> | *'''[[DRDO Armoured Ambulance|Armoured Ambulance]]''' – This version retains the turret but without the gun or smoke grenade launchers.<ref name="JED The Military Equipment Directory"/> It is under production at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. The troop compartment has been modified to carry four stretchers.<ref>[http://www.thehindu.com/news/national/article7118.ece The Hindu : News / National : First batch of armoured ambulances rolled out<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> | ||
*'''Armoured Amphibious Dozer (AAD)''' - AAD is based on re-engineered BMP-II chassis. AAD has been accepted for introduction into service. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. AAD is designed to provide integral engineering support to battle groups in offensive operations by reducing banks of water obstacles to facilitate construction of wet / dry assault bridges and improving mobility of mechanized formations by construction and improvement of existing tracks.<ref>{{ | *'''Armoured Amphibious Dozer (AAD)''' - AAD is based on re-engineered BMP-II chassis. AAD has been accepted for introduction into service. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. AAD is designed to provide integral engineering support to battle groups in offensive operations by reducing banks of water obstacles to facilitate construction of wet / dry assault bridges and improving mobility of mechanized formations by construction and improvement of existing tracks.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://news.oneindia.in/2008/03/04/vrde-launches-two-armoured-vehicles.html|title=VRDE launches two armoured vehicles|date=4 March 2022}}</ref> | ||
*'''NBC Recce Vehicle''' - The vehicle is designed to diagnose the presence of nuclear, biological and chemical agents in the affected area/ atmosphere. It has facilities to cordon off the contaminated areas and transmit this information to the supported formation, operating from within the confines of the NBC protected vehicle. NBC Recce Vehicle has been accepted for introduction into service by Indian Army. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]].<ref>{{ | *'''NBC Recce Vehicle''' - The vehicle is designed to diagnose the presence of nuclear, biological and chemical agents in the affected area/ atmosphere. It has facilities to cordon off the contaminated areas and transmit this information to the supported formation, operating from within the confines of the NBC protected vehicle. NBC Recce Vehicle has been accepted for introduction into service by Indian Army. The production agency is [[Ordnance Factory Medak]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://sainiksamachar.nic.in/englisharchives/2008/apr15-08/h10.html|title = Untitled Document}}</ref> | ||
*'''Mobile Decontamination System''' - The MDS is designed to decontaminate vehicles, equipment personnel and terrain against biological and chemical warfare agents. It consists of pre-wash equipment, chemical mixing equipment, post wash equipment, personnel shower equipment, automatic emulsion mixing and feeding equipment, 3000 litres water tank and onboard power supply. The MDS developed on Tatra 8x8 VVN vehicle has undergone users trials and approved for introduction into service with Indian Army.<ref>http://mod.nic.in/samachar/jan1-02/html/ch6.htm</ref><ref>http://drdo.gov.in/drdo/pub/nl/oct2004/testfacilities.html</ref> | *'''Mobile Decontamination System''' - The MDS is designed to decontaminate vehicles, equipment personnel and terrain against biological and chemical warfare agents. It consists of pre-wash equipment, chemical mixing equipment, post wash equipment, personnel shower equipment, automatic emulsion mixing and feeding equipment, 3000 litres water tank and onboard power supply. The MDS developed on Tatra 8x8 VVN vehicle has undergone users trials and approved for introduction into service with Indian Army.<ref>[http://mod.nic.in/samachar/jan1-02/html/ch6.htm ]{{dead link|date=August 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://drdo.gov.in/drdo/pub/nl/oct2004/testfacilities.html |title=New Page 1 |website=drdo.gov.in |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304024411/http://drdo.gov.in/drdo/pub/nl/oct2004/testfacilities.html |archive-date=2016-03-04}}</ref> | ||
*'''Riot Control Vehicles''' - Riot Control Vehicle ‘Vajra’ based on light commercial vehicle is suitable for law enforcement duties and transportation of security forces along with their riot control gear to the affected areas. So far 410 Vajra vehicles have been manufactured and supplied to Police and Paramilitary forces through industry partners. | *'''Riot Control Vehicles''' - Riot Control Vehicle ‘Vajra’ based on light commercial vehicle is suitable for law enforcement duties and transportation of security forces along with their riot control gear to the affected areas. So far 410 Vajra vehicles have been manufactured and supplied to Police and Paramilitary forces through industry partners. | ||
*'''Bulletproof Vehicles''' - Bulletproof vehicles based on light commercial vehicles are suitable for employment in counterterrorist operations and for VIP security. A total quantity of 229 custom-made bulletproof vehicles based on VRDE design have so far been supplied to various state police organizations and paramilitary forces, through industry partners to whom technology has been transferred.<ref>{{ | *'''Bulletproof Vehicles''' - Bulletproof vehicles based on light commercial vehicles are suitable for employment in counterterrorist operations and for VIP security. A total quantity of 229 custom-made bulletproof vehicles based on VRDE design have so far been supplied to various state police organizations and paramilitary forces, through industry partners to whom technology has been transferred.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.indiatvnews.com/news/india/vrde-develops-rs-cr-bulletproof-anti-terror-vehicle-15127.html|title = VRDE Develops Rs 27 Cr-Bulletproof Anti-Terror Vehicle|date = 22 March 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.zigwheels.com/news-features/news/tata-micro-bulletproof-vehicle-showcased-at-2012-defexpo/12330/1|title=Tata Micro Bullet-Proof Vehicle showcased at 2012 Defexpo - ZigWheels}}</ref> | ||
*'''Containerised Operation Theatre & Wards on Wheels''' - A mobile container-based, “Operation Theatre Complex” has been designed and developed by VRDE for use by medical units during combat and disaster management operations, to provide medical cover in field. Each set of OT Complex consists of 11 vehicles including OT container, pre-OT container, post-OT container, sterilization and stores container, ward container and generator vehicles. These vehicle are built on the [[Ashok Leyland Stallion|Stallion]] platform which is manufactured by [[Vehicle Factory Jabalpur]]. | *'''Containerised Operation Theatre & Wards on Wheels''' - A mobile container-based, “Operation Theatre Complex” has been designed and developed by VRDE for use by medical units during combat and disaster management operations, to provide medical cover in field. Each set of OT Complex consists of 11 vehicles including OT container, pre-OT container, post-OT container, sterilization and stores container, ward container and generator vehicles. These vehicle are built on the [[Ashok Leyland Stallion|Stallion]] platform which is manufactured by [[Vehicle Factory Jabalpur]]. | ||
*'''BMP Urban Survival Kit''' - The kit can be assembled and disassembled in a short span of time and is well protected against weapons utilised by the terrorists. The unique features of the kit are light weight, high technology and advanced armour. The strength fibre nets are part of this kit. This net has enabled the vehicle to meet any kind of threat from armour-piercing and shaped charge attack. Manufactured at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]].<ref> | *'''BMP Urban Survival Kit''' - The kit can be assembled and disassembled in a short span of time and is well protected against weapons utilised by the terrorists. The unique features of the kit are light weight, high technology and advanced armour. The strength fibre nets are part of this kit. This net has enabled the vehicle to meet any kind of threat from armour-piercing and shaped charge attack. Manufactured at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-09-18/pune/30171860_1_vrde-armour-tanks |title=Online Story: BMP urban survival kit - Times of India |website=articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com |access-date=3 February 2022 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130103200336/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-09-18/pune/30171860_1_vrde-armour-tanks |archive-date=3 January 2013 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://dnasyndication.com/dna/dna_english_news_and_features/DRDO-fast-tracks-infantry-combat-vehicle/DNPUN42379 |title=Archived copy |access-date=2012-11-14 |archive-date=2016-03-04 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304024150/http://dnasyndication.com/dna/dna_english_news_and_features/DRDO-fast-tracks-infantry-combat-vehicle/DNPUN42379 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | ||
*'''Vehicle Platforms for Bridge laying system “Sarvatra”''' - Tatra VVN & VVL vehicles have been modified and reengineered to transport and launch ‘Sarvatra’ Mobile Assault Bridge 15m / 20m span. The system is in service with Indian Army. The nodal production agency is [[Bharat Earth Movers|BEML Bangalore]]. | *'''Vehicle Platforms for Bridge laying system “Sarvatra”''' - Tatra VVN & VVL vehicles have been modified and reengineered to transport and launch ‘Sarvatra’ Mobile Assault Bridge 15m / 20m span. The system is in service with Indian Army. The nodal production agency is [[Bharat Earth Movers|BEML Bangalore]]. | ||
*'''Vehicle Platforms & Shelters for Samyukta EW System''' - Development of hydraulically leveled platforms on Tatra vehicle chassis, EMI-hardened and waterproof shelters with BC ventilation system have been under taken by VRDE for Samyukta Electronic Warfare Programme. | *'''Vehicle Platforms & Shelters for Samyukta EW System''' - Development of hydraulically leveled platforms on Tatra vehicle chassis, EMI-hardened and waterproof shelters with BC ventilation system have been under taken by VRDE for Samyukta Electronic Warfare Programme. | ||
*'''[[Pinaka Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher|RV & LCR Vehicles for Pinaka Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher]]''' - Replenishment Vehicle (RV) and Loader Cum Replenishment Vehicle. (LCR) have been designed for safe transportation and replenishment of rocket pods of Pinaka multi barrel rocket launcher. | *'''[[Pinaka Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher|RV & LCR Vehicles for Pinaka Multi Barrel Rocket Launcher]]''' - Replenishment Vehicle (RV) and Loader Cum Replenishment Vehicle. (LCR) have been designed for safe transportation and replenishment of rocket pods of Pinaka multi barrel rocket launcher. | ||
*'''High Specific Power Engines for [[DRDO Nishant|DRDO Nishant UAV]]''' - VRDE had developed lightweight, high specific power output engines for [[UAV]] application. These include two-stroke single-cylinder, twin-cylinder and four-cylinder engines, based on a modular concept.<ref name="articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com"/><ref>{{ | *'''High Specific Power Engines for [[DRDO Nishant|DRDO Nishant UAV]]''' - VRDE had developed lightweight, high specific power output engines for [[UAV]] application. These include two-stroke single-cylinder, twin-cylinder and four-cylinder engines, based on a modular concept.<ref name="articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com"/><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.satnews.com/cgi-bin/story.cgi?number=793993907|title=Satnews Publishers: Daily Satellite News}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://defenceprojectsindia.wordpress.com/tag/aeronautical-development-establishment/|title = Aeronautical Development Establishment}}</ref><ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.india-defence.com/reports-4315|title = The Daily Buzz - Your Daily Dose of Laughs,Hacks,News & More!}}</ref> | ||
*'''[[Abhay IFV|Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) ‘Abhay’]]''' - Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) characterized by excellent mobility and protection features and potent fire power to defeat enemy armour and soft targets. This fighting machine is operated by a crew of three and can launch into battle a stick of seven infantry soldiers with their full combat gear. After clearance, the production is expected to start at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | *'''[[Abhay IFV|Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) ‘Abhay’]]''' - Infantry Combat Vehicle (ICV) characterized by excellent mobility and protection features and potent fire power to defeat enemy armour and soft targets. This fighting machine is operated by a crew of three and can launch into battle a stick of seven infantry soldiers with their full combat gear. After clearance, the production is expected to start at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
*'''[[Armoured Vehicle (VRDE)|Light Armoured Wheeled Vehicle (LAWV)]]''' - Light Armoured Wheeled Vehicle (LAWV) a technology demonstrator has been developed as Armoured Personnel Carrier for reconnaissance and counter insurgency and riot control Operations. | *'''[[Armoured Vehicle (VRDE)|Light Armoured Wheeled Vehicle (LAWV)]]''' - Light Armoured Wheeled Vehicle (LAWV) a technology demonstrator has been developed as Armoured Personnel Carrier for reconnaissance and counter insurgency and riot control Operations. | ||
*'''Expandable Mobile Shelter (EMS)''' - An Expandable Mobile Shelter with three times volume vis-à-vis standard shelters, to solve the working space problems has been realised by VRDE. The shelter provides solutions for a wide range of mobile applications in field, such as mobile command post, operations room, mobile communication centre, operation theatre etc. Shelter is air, ship, rail and road transportable. This shelter is EMI shielded and provided with AC and NBC ventilation system. | *'''Expandable Mobile Shelter (EMS)''' - An Expandable Mobile Shelter with three times volume vis-à-vis standard shelters, to solve the working space problems has been realised by VRDE. The shelter provides solutions for a wide range of mobile applications in field, such as mobile command post, operations room, mobile communication centre, operation theatre etc. Shelter is air, ship, rail and road transportable. This shelter is EMI shielded and provided with AC and NBC ventilation system. | ||
*'''Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)''' - A UGV system based on wheeled vehicle platform, composed of a pilot system unit (PSU) and two UGVs, one each for surveillance and NBC recce role has been realised. The project involves technology demonstration in the fields of remote operations on wireless LAN / alternate links, vision systems, optronics, digital image processing, embedded control system, servo controls, real time systems, robotic manipulator, actuators and remote controlled turret system. These vehicles are built on the [[Ashok Leyland Stallion|Stallion]] and LPTA 713 platforms which are manufactured at the [[Vehicle Factory Jabalpur]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-10-29/chennai/28222459_1_recce-vehicle-vehicles-research-scientists |title= | *'''Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)''' - A UGV system based on wheeled vehicle platform, composed of a pilot system unit (PSU) and two UGVs, one each for surveillance and NBC recce role has been realised. The project involves technology demonstration in the fields of remote operations on wireless LAN / alternate links, vision systems, optronics, digital image processing, embedded control system, servo controls, real time systems, robotic manipulator, actuators and remote controlled turret system. These vehicles are built on the [[Ashok Leyland Stallion|Stallion]] and LPTA 713 platforms which are manufactured at the [[Vehicle Factory Jabalpur]].<ref>{{cite web |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-10-29/chennai/28222459_1_recce-vehicle-vehicles-research-scientists |title=Trials on unmanned recce vehicle underway in Ahmednagar - Times of India |website=articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com |access-date=17 January 2022 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20131227171419/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2010-10-29/chennai/28222459_1_recce-vehicle-vehicles-research-scientists |archive-date=27 December 2013 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-12-20/pune/30537685_1_s-sundaresh-robotics-development-establishment |title=DRDO plans 500-cr unmanned vehicle project for Indian Army - Times of India |website=articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com |access-date=3 February 2022 |archive-url=https://archive.today/20130103134600/http://articles.timesofindia.indiatimes.com/2011-12-20/pune/30537685_1_s-sundaresh-robotics-development-establishment |archive-date=3 January 2013 |url-status=dead}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://georgians.in/article_detail.asp?aid=779 |title=Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) plans 500-cr unmanned vehicle project for Indian Army by Amarjeet Malik from General Military School, Georgians News |access-date=2012-11-14 |archive-date=2012-01-17 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20120117180958/http://georgians.in/article_detail.asp?aid=779 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | ||
*'''Diesel Electric Parallel Hybrid Vehicle''' - Based on [[Tata Ace]] light commercial vehicle platform. Specially designed transmission system for the combination of two power sources. Electric motor is powered by 72V battery bank. Three different modes of operation are - Engine only, Electric only and Combined power mode. | *'''Diesel Electric Parallel Hybrid Vehicle''' - Based on [[Tata Ace]] light commercial vehicle platform. Specially designed transmission system for the combination of two power sources. Electric motor is powered by 72V battery bank. Three different modes of operation are - Engine only, Electric only and Combined power mode. | ||
*'''NAMICA''' ('''Nag Missile Carrier''') – part of the [[Integrated Guided Missile Development Program#Nag missile system|Nag anti-tank missile system]]. The [[Nag missile|Nag (Cobra) missile]] is launched from a retractable armoured launcher that contains four launch tubes and the guidance package. Nag is a fire-and-forget top-attack [[ATGM]] with a tandem-HEAT warhead and a range of at least 4 km.<ref>[http://www.oocities.org/vinswasre123/Nag.htm Nag ATGM<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Manufactured at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | *'''NAMICA''' ('''Nag Missile Carrier''') – part of the [[Integrated Guided Missile Development Program#Nag missile system|Nag anti-tank missile system]]. The [[Nag missile|Nag (Cobra) missile]] is launched from a retractable armoured launcher that contains four launch tubes and the guidance package. Nag is a fire-and-forget top-attack [[ATGM]] with a tandem-HEAT warhead and a range of at least 4 km.<ref>[http://www.oocities.org/vinswasre123/Nag.htm Nag ATGM<!-- Bot generated title -->]</ref> Manufactured at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
* '''[[Akash (missile)|Akash Missile Launcher]]''' – Air-defence missile system that is based on a modified Sarath chassis with 7 road wheels. On top of the hull there's a launcher for three SAM's with a range of 27 km and semi-active homing guidance.<ref name="JED The Military Equipment Directory">[http://www.jedsite.info/fulltrack-bravo/bravo-bmp/bmp2_series/bmp2-series.html JED The Military Equipment Directory]</ref>{{Self-published inline|date=August | * '''[[Akash (missile)|Akash Missile Launcher]]''' – Air-defence missile system that is based on a modified Sarath chassis with 7 road wheels. On top of the hull there's a launcher for three SAM's with a range of 27 km and semi-active homing guidance.<ref name="JED The Military Equipment Directory">[http://www.jedsite.info/fulltrack-bravo/bravo-bmp/bmp2_series/bmp2-series.html JED The Military Equipment Directory]</ref>{{Self-published inline|date=August 2022}} Production is to be started at [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
*'''Trishul Missile Launcher''' - The chassis of the Sarath has been modified to launch the Trishul SAM, with three missiles being carried in the ready to launch position, search and track radars and their associated fire-control system. In addition, there is a mobile command post with a raised superstructure, which is the nerve centre of the missiles' command, control, communications and intelligence functions. This system has yet to enter quantity production at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | *'''Trishul Missile Launcher''' - The chassis of the Sarath has been modified to launch the Trishul SAM, with three missiles being carried in the ready to launch position, search and track radars and their associated fire-control system. In addition, there is a mobile command post with a raised superstructure, which is the nerve centre of the missiles' command, control, communications and intelligence functions. This system has yet to enter quantity production at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
* '''[[Rajendra Radar|Rajendra RADAR]]''' – This is a multifunctional 3-D phased radar ('''MUFAR'''), associated with the Akash system. It is also based on the stretched chassis. To be manufactured at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | * '''[[Rajendra Radar|Rajendra RADAR]]''' – This is a multifunctional 3-D phased radar ('''MUFAR'''), associated with the Akash system. It is also based on the stretched chassis. To be manufactured at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
*'''105mm Self-Propelled Gun''' – This is [[Ordnance Factories Board|OFB]]'s mechanized version of the Indian Light Field Gun (EQPT 105/37 LFG E2) with 42 rounds stowed. The gun is mounted in a lightly armoured turret.<ref>[https://www.flickr.com/photos/47686239@N03/4370232436/ OFB 105mm SPG Specs | Flickr - Photo Sharing!]. Flickr (19 February 2010). Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref><ref>[https://www.flickr.com/photos/47686239@N03/4369483629/ OFB 105mm Tracked SPG on BMP II | Flickr - Photo Sharing!]. Flickr. Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref><ref>[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Dc2Wx4jR9F8/S4GGUbGbWgI/AAAAAAAABuw/dShDqd1U36w/s1600-h/CIMG2671.JPG CIMG2671.JPG (image)]. 4.bp.blogspot.com. Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref> The 105mm SPG was shown for the first time in public in February 2010 during DEFEXPO-2010 in New Delhi and is planned to replace the [[FV433 Abbot SPG]] in the Indian army. To be manufactured at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | *'''105mm Self-Propelled Gun''' – This is [[Ordnance Factories Board|OFB]]'s mechanized version of the Indian Light Field Gun (EQPT 105/37 LFG E2) with 42 rounds stowed. The gun is mounted in a lightly armoured turret.<ref>[https://www.flickr.com/photos/47686239@N03/4370232436/ OFB 105mm SPG Specs | Flickr - Photo Sharing!]. Flickr (19 February 2010). Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref><ref>[https://www.flickr.com/photos/47686239@N03/4369483629/ OFB 105mm Tracked SPG on BMP II | Flickr - Photo Sharing!]. Flickr. Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref><ref>[http://4.bp.blogspot.com/_Dc2Wx4jR9F8/S4GGUbGbWgI/AAAAAAAABuw/dShDqd1U36w/s1600-h/CIMG2671.JPG CIMG2671.JPG (image)]. 4.bp.blogspot.com. Retrieved on 20 September 2011.</ref> The 105mm SPG was shown for the first time in public in February 2010 during DEFEXPO-2010 in New Delhi and is planned to replace the [[FV433 Abbot SPG]] in the Indian army. To be manufactured at the [[Ordnance Factory Medak]]. | ||
*'''Agni Series Missile Launchers''' - VRDE also developed launchers for the [[Agni (missile)|Agni Series]] of missiles, based on Tatra and Ashok Leyland's platforms.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-andhrapradesh/article3337906.ece|title=Defence labs' key role in success of Agni-V|newspaper=The Hindu|date=21 April | *'''Agni Series Missile Launchers''' - VRDE also developed launchers for the [[Agni (missile)|Agni Series]] of missiles, based on Tatra and Ashok Leyland's platforms.<ref>{{Cite news|url=http://www.thehindu.com/todays-paper/tp-national/tp-andhrapradesh/article3337906.ece|title=Defence labs' key role in success of Agni-V|newspaper=The Hindu|date=21 April 2022}}</ref><ref>{{cite web |url=http://www.bharat-rakshak.com/MISSILES/ballistic/agni-i.html |title=Bharat Rakshak - Missiles Section » Agni I |access-date=2011-10-19 |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20111014055123/http://www.bharat-rakshak.com/MISSILES/ballistic/agni-i.html |archive-date=2011-10-14 |url-status=dead }}</ref> | ||
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