The Defense Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) is all set to unveil a 130 mm self propelled gun system, built based on the Arjun Main Battle Tank (MBT) MK‐1 chassis. Developed by the DRDO lab Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment (CVRDE), the Arjun Catapult Gun System is likely to be displayed in public for the first time during the Defexpo India‐2014, to be held in Delhi from February 6‐9, subject to security clearance. CVRDE director Dr P Sivakumar told Express that the catapult would feature advanced technologies of Arjun MBT automotive system, along with the 130 mm (SP) M‐46 gun system.
Source: Indian Express
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