The Indian army has recently taken several steps to curb dependence on imports to increase the operational capability of the Russian origin tanks including the production of primary ammunition at local factories.
Indian Army has begun the process to procure thousands of auxiliary power units for the T-72 and T-90 battle tanks currently in service.
The Auxiliary Power Unit (APU) is an alternate source of power for the Fire Control System of the Tank and ancillaries to cater for power requirements during lull in the battle. The unit would enhance the capability as well as life of main engine of the tanks. Read More…