2024-08-04 11:43:49
New Delhi: India is going to strengthen its military power even more. According to media reports, the government has decided to buy 100 more K9 Vajra-T guns to modernize the army. These guns will be manufactured by the indigenous company Larsen & Toubro (L&T). This step will further strengthen India’s military capability. This will further increase India’s strength, especially in high altitude areas.Will help in facing China
Earlier also India had bought 100 K9 guns, which were deployed in desert areas. Now they are being molded to be deployed in hilly areas near the LAC adjoining China. In view of the increasing tension with China, India is engaged in strengthening its military strategy and equipment.
Manufactured in India itself
The K-9 Vajra is actually the Indian version of the South Korean K9 Thunder 155mm cannon, which is manufactured in India under license by L&T. The Indian version uses indigenous technology, including fire control systems, direct fire systems and ammunition management systems. All of these have been developed and manufactured by L&T.
This cannon is very special
K9 Vajra-T guns have been specially designed to work in difficult conditions. They have been equipped with winter kits to make them capable of working even in temperatures as low as -20°C. These kits include special batteries and lubricants that can work even in the extreme cold of mountainous areas. The most special thing about the K9 project is that more than 80% of the work in it has been done in India itself. According to L&T, more than half of the parts of the Vajra-T system have been made in India itself.
Capable of destroying the enemy in a moment
The K9 Vajra-T is known for its firepower. It is equipped with a 155mm cannon that can hit targets up to 38 kilometers. The rapid fire capability, semi-automatic loading system and robustness against ballistic threats and anti-personnel mines make it an important weapon for the Indian Army. Apart from its firepower, the K9 Vajra is equipped with a state-of-the-art digital fire control system and can also operate in complex modes like Multiple Round Simultaneous Impact (MRSI), further increasing its effectiveness on the battlefield.
Can fire three rounds every second
The K-9 Vajra is fitted with a 155mm/52 caliber cannon that can fire three rounds every 15 seconds. It can fire at a maximum rate of 6 to 8 rounds per minute for up to 3 minutes. With HE (High Explosive) projectiles, it has a maximum firing range of 30 km but it can also fire K307 base bled HE ammunition to reach a maximum firing range of 40 km. It has a crew of five which includes a driver, commander, gunner and two loaders.