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Military Vehicle Programs

Adding advantage, KSSL is now fore sighting its presence into diversified Military Protective Vehicle Programs. The Kalyani group companies traditionally have been a pioneer in manufacturing of Axles, Aggregates & Drive line technology for Defence combat vehicles worldwide. Combining this with its deep foray into Engineering & Manufacturing knowledge and the flexibility to blend with new technology, KSSL along with its global partners is positioning itself in various Military protected vehicle programs of Indian Army

Light Armored vehicle (LAM)
Light Strike Vehicle (LSV)
Mine Protected Vehicles (MPV)
Armor Personal Carrier (APC)

LIGHT ARMOURED MULTI-PURPOSE VEHICLE(LAM):

BFL LAM is based on modular flexible new design, which Integrates V-hull, blast-protection technology with a mountable Protective suit, that allows multiple configurations for different mission

The new vehicle is being designed keeping the recent requirement of the ground forces, for all-terrain light armored vehicle

The BFL 3.2 is completely indigenously designed vehicle to retain good mobility with adequately protection from the common IED threats currently encountered in the Indian naxalite effected areas. It combines an integrated blast and ballistic protection system, for crew capsule The vehicle is designed with exceptional cross country ability to maneuver in tight and short jungle terrains & also urban environments.

Prototypes are being completed with one due to undergo further blast tests

It is designed with a Gross vehicle weight of 8.0 tons, with a sufficient payload for 2+ 4 crew battle loads. The patrol version accommodates six soldiers (2+4),with the weapon carrier carries 2+2 while the logistical variant seats a crew of two

The vehicle is in house designed and armor protection in consultation with leading Composite manufacturers across the globe

The crew compartments seats are designed to be interchangeable in term of directions and positioning to suit the mission , In patrol vehicle there is seating for two crew and four dismounts. vehicle has a large rear doors, two top hatches and overheads between the cabin and passenger compartment are provided ,The vehicle electronic equipment are properly positioned for smooth mobility .

The crew pod comes with an option for a tilting mechanism attached to the hull by hinges which are kept in place with pins. To carryout maintenance the wiring loom from the pod is disconnected together with the steering connection and the crew pod is then tilted to pull it over by another support vehicle, so as to have full access to all automotive parts.

Specifications
Length	4500mm
Width	1850mm
Height	1800mm
Track	1670mm
Ground Clearance	340mm
Approach Angle	60 degree
Departure Angle	68 degree
GVWR	8000 kg
Armament	A 7.62 or 12.7 mm can be mounted on the roof of the vehicle
Armor Protection	Mine Blast and Ballistic protection. For Protection add on kit is available
Range	600 kmph
Options available	a.Modern war fighter catering to multiple mission profiles b.Troop movement c.Surveillance d.Command and Control e.Reconnaissance & Liaison f.Electronic Warfare

LIGHT STRIKE VEHICLE(LSV):

The LSV uses modular armor packs to adjust its level of protection to its mission requirements.[2]. The LSV is available in twin seat combinations of 4/5seats

The armour protection is upgradeable by the replacement of armour packs within the vehicle's external skin. The basic add-on armour pack provides ballistic protection against small arms fire and a heavier kit provides protection against ambush.

LSV can be fitted & equipped with RCWS weapons stations which can be armed with a 7.62mm or 12.7mm machine gun or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.

The LMV is available in two different wheelbases, 3.2 m (126.0 in) and 3.5 m (137.8 in).[2] A two door, two seater is also available.

Available in 4x4, the LSV is design is on military off-the-shelf chassis, combined with a ballistic steel protected crew cell. This cell incorporates the driver's cab and cargo, which are communicating, offering more than 13 m^3 of volume in the standard 4x4 version, and can be increased to 16 m^3 for the ambulance version.

The LMV has been designed to meet the stringent demands of military operations at the same time as providing a high level of ride and crew comfort

Description

LMV Ambulance
LMV Command Post
LMV SF

Technical Data

Armament

The BFL LSV can be fitted with a remote controlled weapon station armed with weapons up to 12,7 mm in caliber. shelter, box-type or even pick-up style bodies can be mounted behind a smaller two-seat cab.

Design and protection

The BFL LSV can be fitted with modular armour, which gives a protection against ballistic threats, favoring crew protection versus vehicle integrity. The LSV is designed to provide the crew with the maximum possible safety against anmmunition threats. The ground clearance has been maximized, moving away the origin of the explosion. The high payload of the LSV can be exploited for installed add-on armour kits. The basic kits provides ballistic protection against light weapons fire, while the heavier kit can protect the crew from ambushes,

Propulsion

The LMV utilizes a conventional C-section chassis but with longitudinal reinforcements and tubular cross-members to give the required torsional rigidity. At present two wheelbase lengths are available, the standard 3.2 m and the extended 3.5 m, these giving overall lengths of 4.704 and 5.504 m respectively. The LSV is motorized with a 140 KW(HP) power engine coupled to an automatic or a mechanical gearbox with with 6 forward gears and 1 reverse.

Accessories

The cab is fitted with two front adjustable and suspended seats, plus three suspended seats at the rear. A winch is mounted to the front of the vehicle. The LSV vehicle has been designed with a compact profile that allows one vehicle to be carried inside a CH-47 helicopter, while a Lockheed Martin C-130 Hercules transport aircraft can carry two systems internally.

Specifications
Length	<5000mm
Width	<2250mm
Height	<2250mm
Track	3200mm – 3500mm
Ground Clearance	300mm
Approach & Departure Angle	35 degree
Gradeability	60 %
GVWR	4500 kg
Armament	A 7.62 or 12.7 mm can be mounted on the roof of the vehicle
Armor Protection	Ballistic protection & Floor Protection Options for add on Armor kit is available
Range	500 kmph
Options available	a.Modern war fighter catering to multiple mission profiles b.Troop movement c.Surveillance d.Command and Control e.Reconnaissance & Liaison f.Electronic Warfare

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS II:

A multi-role armored wheeled vehicle developed with cutting edge technology in response to the challenges posed to the mechanized infantry forces taking into account the versatile current and future operational environments and customer requirements, APC also assist in Transporting Infantry troops rapidly and safely under combined protection against bullet and mine threat as well as NBC weapons.
The BFL-APC is different from its other models, which are primarily based on truck platforms. Instead, is a monocoque hull design consisting of armor steel. The armor steel can withstand to NATO standards to STANAG Level III , in withstanding 5.56 and 7.62 mm bullets. A new torsion bar suspension system has been designed for this model. Currently, the engine is six-cylinder turbo-charged diesel engine being used Gears consist of six forward and one reverse.
The driver sits on the right of the vehicle while the vehicle commander is on the left. Communications equipment and GPS with night vision equipment included. Emergency exits are present on both sides of the APC, as well as a mounted video camera at the rear of the vehicle.
The ADD ON base steel armor of the crew cell provides a high level of ballistic protection and this can be further
enhanced through the use of appliqué protection to meet the predicted threat

Family of Vehicles

APC (Armored Personnel Carrier)
IFV (Infantry Fighting Vehicle)
ARV (Armored Recovery Vehicle)
ACV (Armored Command Vehicle)
AAV (Armored Ambulance Vehicle

Overall Characteristics

High mobility and maneuverability
Excellent cross-country performance
High level of commonality and modularity with FOV by modular design
Long operational range
Various types of armament adaptation due to large payload
All round armor protection
Observation and fire fighting capabilities in all direction
Simple systems with high reliability
Easy operation and maintenance
Low noise and vibration in the crew compartment
Versatile operational equipment’s (CTIS, ABS, Air conditioning, Winch) Mobility
High performance power pack and 100% locking differentials
All wheel independent suspension and disc brakes
Ground pressure adjustment according to terrain conditions with CTIS
All tires equipped with run flat elements
Deployable by air, sea and land transport

Fire Power

The BFL APC roof structure with cupola is so designed that can accept a variety of weapons & its mounts depending on customer requirements, including 7,62mm or 12,7mm machine gun and 40mm grenade launcher. The RWS is controlled remotely from inside the APC via joystick. Bulletproof shutters can be opened and closed from inside the vehicle when needed as an option.

Power Pack

Highly reliable and compact power pack system enabling ground hopping for preventive check
Hydrostatic fan drive system with automatic speed control
High efficiency of corrugated fin and tube type of aluminum radiator and intercoole
Vetronics system providing with electronic engine control and diagnostic monitoring

Independent Suspension & Axle System

Type: Independent double wishbone with coil spring & shock absorber
Providing high mobility on various types of terrain by eliminating any influence of wheels among each other

Protection

Large tyres fitted with run-flat inserts optimize absorption of blast energy, whilst deflector plates lining the wheel, arches maximize energy dissipation. All occupants are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts, avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.

Specifications
Vehicle Type	6x6x4 Wheeled, Armor Personal Carrier
Engine Power to Weight Ratio	194Kw, V-6,4 Cylinder,Torque-755Nm at 1800 Min rpm
Gear Box	Min 6 Forward and one reverse gear
Turret	360 Degree Rotating Turret on roof with closed hatch and universal gun mount for 7.62 MMG
Protection Level	Stanag Level III 7.62mm x 51 NATO ball/ 5.56mm x 45 NATO SS 109 Add – on armor concept for optional upgrades
Tyres	14.0" x 20.0" All terrain run flat tyres, run minimum 50 kms after HIT
Ground clearance	400 MM
Payload	1500 KG
GVW	Max 20 Ton
Maximum Vertical Obstacle	600mm
Maximum Side Inclination	30%
Maximum Slope	60%
Maximum Fording	1 Mtr.
Maximum Turning Radius	9.80 Mtr
Fuel capacity	370 ltr/ Diesel
Frame	Hull based , chasis less, minimum four hatches for emergency exit
Troops Carrying Capacity	Minimum 10 persons (Including driver)
Quality Assurance	Internationally accepted quality assurance certificate for the protection level
Other Features	All major components like fuel tank, gear boxes, air tanks, transfer case, engine etc are housed inside hull.

APC-ARMOR PERSONNEL CARRIER-CLASS I:

BF-ELBIT APC is based on Rugged & proven Military Truck vehicle platform
"Fully integrated protection" is the key to the BF-ELBIT APC formula ,which is combined with a cutting edge bespoke automotive & armoring solution, which can offer high levels of protection up to B 7 ,& mine/blast protection ,up to 8kg TNT Explosives, The BF-ELBIT APC is go anywhere with supreme cross-country performance , as well as provides the protection required to operate in an urban environment
BF-ELBIT APC , comes fitted with ,Armored replaceable windows ,Run flats, All terrain tyres, Self-recovery winch, Rotating turret with Weapon mounting station
The BF-ELBIT APC is equipped with Rugged military engine coupled with semi-automatic gearbox and differential locking system, permanent all-wheel drive with automatic tyre pressure regulation (optional),The APC family can effortlessly take on slope and ride alongside slopes and driven upto range of more than 700 km without refueling .
All crew members are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.
Features -
- Air Conditioning
- Up-Armoring
- Winch up to 15 T capacity
- Material Handling Crane
- NBC
- Emergency Power Steering
- ABS

Specifications
Vehicle Type	Wheeled, 4X4 / 6X6 / 8X8 Protective vehicle
Engine	Available in 160 hp/240hp / 360 hp /450hp
Gear Box	Min 6 Forward and one reverse gear with 4X4 Manual 9 speed /automatic with 6x6 & 8x8
Turret	360 Degree Rotating Turret on roof with closed hatch and universal gun mount for 7.62 MMG or GPMG
Protection Level	Full STANAG 4569 L2 including multi hit 7.62mm x 51 NATO ball 5.56mm x 45 NATO SS 109 5.56mm x 45 NATO M 193 7.62mm x 39 API BZ Add – on armor concept for optional upgrades
Mine Blast Protection	Mine Stanag Level III a& b Tested by TNO independent lab
Tyres	All terrain run flat tyres, run minimum 50 kms after HIT, with minimum 2 spare tyres
Ground clearance	Minimum 340 mm
Payload	Minimum 1500 KG
Gradeability	Maximum 30 degree
Fuel	Diesel
Frame	Ladder frame mounted , minimum two hatches for emergency exit, door at the driver’s side and with rear door.
Troops Carrying Capacity	Minimum 2+10 persons (Including driver)
Quality Assurance	Internationally accepted quality assurance certificate for the protection level which certify that the Armoured plates used in the vehicle is manufactured by certified company.
Axles type	Hub reduction axles with provision for inter-axle lock and inter wheel differential lock & CTIS

MINE PROTECTIVE VEHICLES

BFL-ELBIT.. MPV is based on an indigenously designed and integrated, mobility chassis; This not only provides outstanding mobility but also allows the customer to exploit modular logistic support system also. BFL ensures spare parts availability and allows automotive support to be on hand worldwide, contributing to the reduction of life-cycle costs. Fully developed in India, the MPV design exploits the technical expertise of two of the major companies involved in Armoured vehicles production, Elbit systems & BFL . An agreement was signed between the two companies, enabling BFL to respond to specific national/international capability requirements. Thus, BFL are leading the development on a 4x4 platform in the 13 T, class category to meet FORCEs requirements. 4 x 4 versions of MPV have already undergone very extensive trials in INDIA and abroad, and have proved to be an excellent match for the particular demands of the users.
Variants -
- The BFL MPV-designed platform, due to its flexibility, can be declined in several other versions, while maintaining the level of protection of basic configuration. Some of the possibilities already under development are: - Explosive Ordnance Devices Disposal (EODD) - Electronic Warfare (EW-RCIED); - Command Post (CP);
- BF-ELBIT M P V -( A Perfect Mine Protection vehicle ), is based on Rugged & proven MAN vehicle platform ,by creating the maximum distance and protection between the seat of a crew members and expected mine explosion . Front wheel base, to the rear wheels, is protected with Armor “V” shape hull and is free of welding joints ,so that if a heavy mine detonates under the wheel , the burst of explosion is diverted outwards, thus minimizing the damage to the crew cabin . .
- "Fully integrated protection" is the key to the BF-ELBIT MPV formula ,which is combined with a cutting edge bespoke automotive solution, which can offer high levels of protection up to B 7 ,& mine/blast protection ,up to 14kg and 21 kg TNT Explosives,
- The BF-ELBIT MPV is go anywhere with supreme cross-country performance , as well as provides the protection required to operate in an urban environment BF-ELBIT MPV will be a highly effective and ’useable’ solution for operations against Naxalite . BF-ELBIT MPV, comes fitted with ,Armored replaceable windows ,Run flats, All terrain tyres, Self-recovery winch, Rotating turret with Weapon mounting station,
- The BF-ELBIT MPV is equipped with MAN engine coupled with semi-automatic gearbox and differential locking system, permanent all-wheel drive with automatic tyre pressure regulation (optional),The MPV family can effortlessly take on slope of up to 60% and ride alongside slopes up to 30% at a range of more than 700 km without refueling .
- All crew members are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.

Specifications
Vehicle Type	Wheeled, Mine Protective Vehicle
Engine	Power to Weight Ratio - 17 HP / Ton, 224 hp @ 2400 rpm, 825 Nm torque @ 1400 – 1700 rpm, Euro 3 or Euro 4
Turret	360 Degree Rotating Turret on roof with closed hatch and universal gun mount for 7.62 MMG or GPMG
Protection Level	Full STANAG 4569 L2 including multi hit 7.62mm x 51 NATO ball 5.56mm x 45 NATO SS 109 5.56mm x 45 NATO M 193 7.62mm x 39 API BZ Add – on armor concept for optional upgrades
Mine Blast Protection	Mine Triple anti – tank mine (21kg TNT) under any wheel Double anti – tank mine (14kg TNT) under hull IED protection – 14 kg TNT + 500 gr shrapnel @ 3 meters side blast Tested by TNO independent lab
Mobility	Minimum 4X4 with cross country mobility with differential lock,
Tyres	All terrain run flat tyres, run minimum 50 kms after HIT, with minimum 2 spare tyres
Ground clearance	340 mm
Payload	1500 KG
GVW	Maximum 30 Ton
Gradeability	70%
Fuel	Diesel
Frame	Hull based , chassis less, minimum two hatches for emergency exit, door at the driver’s side and with rear door.
Troops Carrying Capacity	Minimum 12 persons (Including driver)
Quality Assurance	Internationally accepted quality assurance certificate for the protection level which certify that the Armoured plates used in the vehicle is manufactured by certified company.
Other Features	All major components like fuel tank, gear boxes, air tanks, transfer case, engine etc are housed inside hull.

The BFL MPV roof structure is so designed that can accept a variety of weapons & its mounts depending on customer requirements, including 7,62mm or 12,7mm machine gun and 40mm grenade launcher.

Protection

The crew compartment is based on the "MONOCOQUE" concept, providing a high level of survivability to the occupants against ballistic and mine threats. Besides its high levels of protection, MPV also possesses one of the best volumes. The base steep armor of the crew cell, provides a high level of ballistic protection. The base steel armor of the crew cell provides a high level of ballistic protection and this can be further enhanced through the use of appliqué protection to meet the predicted threat. Protection against mine and IED attacks as per STANAG 4569 is provided, both through the dew-sing of the hull, with its large stand-off, under body deflector plates and blast energy management system, especially incorporated in the SEATS & FLOORS and through a series of design features which has be tested and approved by international agencies .

Propulsion

The MPV- 4x4 is equipped with the MAN engines coupled with semiautomatic gearbox and differential-locking system, permanent all-wheel drive with automatic tyre-pressure regulation and run-flat tyres. The MPV family can effortlessly take on slopes of up to 60% and ride alongside slopes up to 30% - at a range of more than 700 km, or 430 miles, without refueling.

Accessories

Large tyres fitted with run-flat inserts optimize absorption of blast energy, whilst deflector plates lining the wheel arches maximize energy dissipation. All occupants are provided with specially designed shock dampened seats which are suspended on special mounts, avoiding direct transmission of blast shock to the crew.