The Indian Army has signed a Rs.223.95 crore deal with Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies in order to acquire 212 next-generation tank transporter trailers.
These heavy-duty trailers will help move tanks and armoured vehicles swiftly across rough terrain, improving logistics and mobility during military operations. This deal is a part of the government’s initiative of Aatmanirbhar Bharat, aiming to boost homegrown defence system and reduce dependence on foreign weapons.
Indian Army Signs a Rs.223.95 Crore Deal for 212 Heavy Tank Transport Trailers
On Friday, the Indian Army signed a deal worth Rs.223.95 crore with Axiscades Aerospace and Technologies Pvt. Ltd. to buy 212 new-generation Tank Transporter Trailers.
These 50-ton trailers are designed to move tanks and other armoured vehicles quickly, even across rough terrain, especially during battle situations. These trailers come with advanced features like hydraulic and pneumatic ramps, along with steerable and liftable axles, making loading and transport faster and smoother. With this, the Army’s ability to move heavy vehicles will become much more efficient. The deal was signed under the Buy (Indian-IDDM) category, which is part of the government’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat initiative. This category supports buying equipment that is designed, developed, and made in India—encouraging self-reliance in defence. This purchase is expected to improve logistics and operations for Army units on the ground. It also supports India’s campaign to boost its local defence manufacturing sector, which will help in long-term employment opportunities. Earlier this month, the Defence Acquisition Council, led by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh, approved 10 proposals to purchase various military systems like missiles and electronic warfare equipment, worth nearly Rs.1.05 lakh crore, all through indigenous sources. India’s defence production has hit a new record of Rs.1.46 lakh crore in 2024–25. Defence exports have also grown to a record Rs.24,000 crore, as shared by Defence Minister Rajnath Singh at a recent CII summit. “A decade ago, our defence production was around Rs.43,000 crore. Now it has crossed Rs.1.46 lakh crore, and the private sector alone has contributed over Rs.32,000 crore,” the minister said. He also pointed out that India’s defence exports, which used to be around Rs.600–700 crore ten years ago, have now touched Rs.24,000 crore. Singh highlighted that the success of Make-in-India is not just about security but also about economic growth. He mentioned that indigenous weapons used in Operation Sindoor proved India’s strength on the battlefield. “Our weapons, systems, and components are now being exported to around 100 countries,” he said. India’s defence sector now includes over 16,000 MSMEs (small and medium businesses), which have become the backbone of the supply chain. These businesses are playing a vital role in self-reliance and are providing jobs to lakhs of people across the country.
