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Arjun MK1: First production variant Arjun tank similar to the Leopard 2A4, entered service with the Indian Army in 2004. It is a 58.5 ton main battle tank equipped with Kanchan composite armour, a 120 mm rifled gun and an indigenous FCS with digital ballistic computer.
- 10.6 m (35 ft) (with gun forward) [12]
- Indian Army
- Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF)
Main Battle Tank (MBT) Arjun is a multi-laboratory programme of DRDO with CVRDE as the lead Laboratory. It is a state-of-the-art tank with superior fire power, high mobility, and excellent protection.
Sep 24, 2021 · The Arjun Main Battle Tank project was initiated by DRDO in 1972. Infused with 72 new features and more indigenous content from the Mk-1 variant, the tank would ensure effortless mobility in all terrains, besides precise target engagement during day and night.
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Oct 28, 2020 · Arjun is an Indian-made main battle tank developed by DRDO for the Indian Army. It has a 120mm rifled gun, a composite armour, a fire control system and a diesel engine. It has several variants, including MkII, Mk1A and Mk1.
Mar 9, 2024 · The Arjun is India's indigenous MBT that has faced delays, defects, and cost overruns since its development in 1975. Despite its advanced features and local production, the Arjun has been largely replaced by Russian T-90 tanks in the Indian army due to its poor performance and high price.
Sep 24, 2021 · The Ministry of Defence said on Thursday that it has placed an order worth Rs 7,523 crore to Heavy Vehicles Factory (HVF), Chennai for supply of 118 units of the Main Battle Tank Arjun’s Mark-1A variant for the Army.
Arjun MBT Mk IA is incorporated with much versatile and improved features over Mk-I like Track width mine plough, Roof mounted Driver’s seat, Advanced land navigation system and enhanced night vision capabilities. This tank is also incorporated with Explosive Reactive Armour for enhanced protection and modified Final Drive for improved mobility.
