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Tata Advanced Systems to Upgrade Indian Army's Pinaka Rocket Systems

Tata Advanced Systems has received a supply order from the Indian Army's 510 Advance Base Workshop for the overhaul and upgradation of in-service Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket Systems and Battery Command Posts. The programme will leverage the company's technical expertise and certified spares to ensure sustained availability of this frontline artillery system. An initial pilot overhaul will be conducted jointly before the remaining systems are overhauled by the Army workshop with Tata providing spares and technical support. The company highlighted that the Pinaka MLRS, which it co-developed with DRDO, features high indigenous content and automated "shoot-and-scoot" operations for rapid deployment.

Key Points: Tata Advanced Systems Wins Indian Army Pinaka MLRS Upgrade Order

  • Overhaul of first-gen Pinaka systems
  • Partnership with Army's 510 ABW
  • High indigenous content at 80%
  • Automated "shoot-and-scoot" capability
  • Strengthens land combat portfolio
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Tata Advanced Systems gets supply order for overhaul cum upgradation of Pinaka weapon system from Indian Army

Tata Advanced Systems secures supply order from Indian Army for overhaul and upgradation of Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket Systems and Battery Command Posts.

"nearly 80 per cent indigenous content, reflecting a high degree of operational and strategic autonomy - Tata Advanced Systems"

New Delhi, January 6

Tata Advanced Systems on Tuesday announced it has been awarded a supply order to support the Indian Army's 510 Advance Base Workshop in the overhaul cum upgradation of in-service first-generation Pinaka Multiple Launch Rocket Systems and Battery Command Posts.

The partnership was formalised today with the handing over of Supply Order by the Indian Army to Tata Advanced Systems in a formal ceremony held in the national capital, as per a statement from the Tata company.

The programme will leverage Tata Advanced Systems' technical expertise, certified spares, and close coordination with Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) to ensure sustained availability and peak performance of one of the Indian Army's frontline artillery systems, the statement noted.

In the initial phase, Tata Advanced Systems and 510 ABW will jointly undertake a pilot overhaul of select Pinaka MLRS and BCPs.

Following the completion of this phase, the remaining Pinaka MLRS and BCPs will be overhauled by 510 ABW of the Corps of EME with Tata Advanced Systems providing critical spares, quality assurance and technical support, the company said.

Tata Advanced Systems partnered with the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) to design and develop Pinaka MLRS, an all-weather, indirect fire artillery weapon capable of delivering high-volume firepower against critical targets. Tata Advanced Systems asserted that it has achieved nearly 80 per cent indigenous content, reflecting a high degree of operational and strategic autonomy and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.

Tata Advanced Systems said it has delivered a "significant number" of Pinaka MLRS which are currently operationally deployed by the Indian Army, further strengthening the company's land combat systems portfolio.

Pinaka MLRS is mounted on an 8x8 High Mobility Vehicle meeting latest emission norms. It features automated "shoot-and-scoot" operations for rapid deployment and high survivability in tough terrain.

- ANI

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Priya S
Great move for public-private partnership. The Corps of EME (510 ABW) working with an experienced OEM like Tata ensures our frontline artillery stays battle-ready. Hope this model is replicated for other defence systems too. More power to Make in India!
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Rohit P
The Pinaka is a beast! "Shoot-and-scoot" capability on an 8x8 vehicle is exactly what we need for our borders. Overhaul and upgrade by Tata means better logistics and faster turnaround. Our jawans deserve the best equipment.
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Sarah B
While this partnership is promising, I hope there is complete transparency in the process and costs. Defence deals need strict oversight to ensure value for taxpayer money and timely delivery without any delays.
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Vikram M
Excellent. This is how you build a robust defence industrial ecosystem. DRDO designs, Tata manufactures and now maintains/upgrades. This creates skilled jobs and keeps technical knowledge within the country. A win-win.
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Karthik V
The pilot overhaul phase is a smart approach. Test the process, iron out issues, then scale up. This ensures quality isn't compromised. Tata's reputation is on the line, so they'll deliver. Good for national security.

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