Ashok Leyland, flagship of the Hinduja Group, has won orders valued at Rs 800-crore from the Indian armed forces. The company will supply advanced-technology products – 450 units of Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6 and other similar Super Stallion vehicles; and 825 units of Ambulance 4x4.
Vinod K. Dasari, Managing Director, Ashok Leyland said, “The orders for Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6 and Ambulance 4x4 are in keeping with the momentum witnessed recently in the area of upgradation of technology and resources by the defence forces. It also reaffirms our Company’s credentials as the largest defence mobility manufacturer that meets stringent requirements of the armed forces. We, at Ashok Leyland through the ‘Make in India’ initiative stand committed to partner India's Armed Forces in their endeavor to modernize, scale up performance and increase effectiveness."
Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6
A Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6 on Super Stallion platform will function as a Common Gun Tower for all artillery guns. This versatile FAT provides the Army unprecedented flexibility in rapid deployment and utilisation of artillery resources. The vehicle can be used for a variety of applications across logistics and tactical segments.
Ambulance 4x4
The air-conditioned Ambulance 4x4 will provide enhanced medical support in the immediate aftermath of injuries. A double-walled insulated body maintains inside temperature, while rear air suspension reduces shocks during transportation. All equipment meets Advanced Life Support standards.
Ashok Leyland exhibits four advanced products at Defexpo 2016
Ashok Leyland, meanwhile, showcased innovative and advanced-technology capabilities at Defexpo India. These included for the first time in India, an advanced Truck Driving Simulator for the all-terrain Stallion 4x4 truck, a Field Artillery Tractor (FAT) 6x6 on the Super Stallion, Rhino 4x4 – Contemporary Logistics Vehicle and an Ambulance 4x4 for enhanced medical support
Nitin Seth, President - LCV & Defence, Ashok Leyland, observed, “We have a strong background in R&D and new technology. With significant investments in in-house capabilities, we will continue our strong partnership of serving the country and its armed forces, and our new line-up will improve performance, and enhance preparedness of our armed forces.”
Source: Ashok Leyland
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