Indian Army to procure 170 armoured recovery vehicles

New Delhi, Sept 6: With an aim to enhance its operational capabilities, the Indian Army began the process to procure 170 Armoured Recovery Vehicles (ARVs). The ARVs will be procured under the framework of the 'Make in India' and 'Atmanirbhar Bharat' (self-reliant India) initiatives

 

 

 

The Request for Information (RFI) or initial tender to procure 170 ARVs was issued on Tuesday.

 

According to the RFI, the ARVs will have to be able to operate in various weather conditions in diverse terrains including high-altitude mountainous regions. They will also need to operate under various weather conditions day and night. The ARVs generally provide repair and recovery service to disabled Armoured Fighting Vehicles.

 

 

The Army said the vehicles should have adequate cross-country mobility and protection and should be able to carry six people including driver and commander.

 

It said the vehicles should also have utility equipment such as a crane, winches and special maintenance tools so as to undertake various repair and recovery roles.