New Delhi: BEML Limited has launched its indigenously designed and manufactured High-Mobility Vehicle (HMV) 12×12 at its Palakkad complex. The vehicle has been developed for the Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (VRDE), DRDO, to enhance the operational mobility for India’s Defence sector. The initiative aligns with India’s vision of Aatmanirbhar Bharat in strategic military assets.
The vehicle was officially launched by Shantanu Roy, CMD, BEML Limited, and G. Ramamohana Rao, Director, VRDE, with senior officials from both organisations also present at the ceremony.
Features of the HMV
Key features of the HMV 12×12 include:
Designed for extreme terrains and challenging climatic conditions, making it a vital asset for Defence operations.
Powered by a BSIII-compliant engine, featuring a 7-speed Allison Automatic Transmission, supporting a Gross Vehicle Weight (GVW) of 65 tons.
Developed through BEML’s Futuristic Product Innovation and Incubation Centre (FPIIC), reinforcing India’s Defence self-reliance.
Significance of the Initiative
Emphasizing the need for the HMV, Rao remarked, “This collaboration with BEML to develop an advanced indigenous vehicle marks a significant milestone in strengthening India’s Defence infrastructure.”
The launch of the vehicle highlights BEML’s pivotal role in advancing India’s Defence mobility solutions by leveraging its in-house expertise and world-class manufacturing capabilities.
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