India’s $248M Deal for T-72 Tank Engine Upgrade
The Ministry of Defence (MoD) has finalized a $248 million contract with Rosoboronexport (RoE) of Russia. The contract is to acquire 1,000 HP engines for T-72 tanks. These engines will be in fully built, completely knocked down, and semi-knocked down configurations. Boosting Indigenous Manufacturing & ‘Make in India’ As part of the agreement, there will be a technology transfer (ToT) from RoE. The transfer will be to Armoured Vehicles Nigam Limited (Heavy Vehicle Factory), Avadi, Chennai. This transfer will facilitate local integration. It will also allow licensed production of these engines. This initiative supports the ‘Make in India’ program, strengthening…