Ashok Leyland, the largest supplier of logistics vehicles to the Indian Army, on Monday said it has bagged orders valued at Rs 800 Crores from the Defence Sector. The contracts awarded also include the procurement of the Field Artillery Tractor (FAT 4×4) and the Gun Towing Vehicle (GTV 6×6).
The FAT 4×4 and GTV 6×6 are specialized vehicles employed by the Artillery for towing light and medium guns, respectively. Both these platforms were prominently featured in the initial positive indigenization list announced by the Government of India. Ashok Leyland’s selection for these crucial Defence contracts underscores the company’s commitment to indigenous manufacturing and its position as a trusted partner for the Indian Armed Forces.
Mr. Shenu Agarwal, MD and CEO, Ashok Leyland said, “We are proud to have secured these orders from the Indian Army. The Defence business has been a strong pillar of growth for us, and this win further establishes our leadership in Defence mobility vehicles business. This is also a testament to our firm commitment to providing advanced mobility solutions for our armed forces. We are grateful for the trust placed in Ashok Leyland by the Government of India, and we remain dedicated to contributing to the country’s indigenization efforts and self-reliance in defence manufacturing.”
“Ashok Leyland’s dependable mobility solutions have consistently remained a formidable asset within the defence sector, catering to the diverse needs of personnel and logistics across the armed forces,” said Amandeep Singh, President for Defence Business at Ashok Leyland.
Ashok Leyland has invested in development of mobility platforms ranging from 4×4, 6×6, 8×8, 10×10 & 12×12 for various applications and operational requirements of Indian Armed Forces, he stated.
