The Kalyani M4 is a versatile armored Mine-Resistant, Ambush-Protected (MRAP) military / security vehicle designed and developed under the Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd brand label of India (it is serially manufactured by Bharat Forge). The Indian Army currently fields a stock of about 45 or so M4 vehicles with more on order. The vehicle forms a critical portion of the modernizing Indian Army which has an emerging focus on mobility and versatility.
This armored truck showcases a traditional 4x4 all-wheel arrangement with the powerpack in the bow and the driver seated at front-left in the cabin. Its weight reaches 16,000kg and dimensions include a running length of 5.8 meters with a beam of 2.6 meters and a height of 2.45 meters. Dimensions are such that the vehicle can be air-transported in the hold of a IL-76 strategic hauler or similar.
There is a standard operating crew of two with room for up to eight additional occupants.
Internally, the vehicle is driven by a turbo-diesel engine unit of 465 horsepower mated to a 6-speed automatic transmission propelling it to road speeds of 140kmh out to a range of 800 kilometers. Power steering is granted to the front axle / wheel pair. The chassis is suspended atop a Bilstein Heavy Duty Suspension system and the large roadwheels are given a run-flat quality. Key systems include a Central Tire Inflation System (CTIS), Battle Management System (BMS), powered winch and CBRN protection kit. Armor protection levels reach STANAG Level III.
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Specifications
Kalyani Strategic Systems Ltd / Bharat Forge - India Manufacturer(s)
ANTI-TANK / ANTI-ARMOR
Base model or variant can be used to track, engage, and defeat armored enemy elements at range.
MRAP
Designed to withstand attacks from mines and ambushes through specialized design and survivability features.
RECONNAISSANCE
Can conduct reconnaissance / scout missions to assess threat levels, enemy strength, et al - typically through lightweight design.
UTILITY
General utility-minded design to accomplish a variety of battlefield tasks, typically in a non-direct-combat fashion.
SPECIAL PURPOSE
Special purpose design developed to accomplish an equally-special battlefield role or roles.
19.0 ft (5.8 meters) Length
8.5 ft (2.6 meters) Width
8.0 ft (2.45 meters) Height
35,274 lb (16,000 kg) Weight
17.6 tons (Light-class) Tonnage
1 x Turbo-diesel engine unit developing 465 horsepower to conventional 4x4 all-wheeled arrangement. Drive System
1 x 6-Speed Automatic transmission. Gearbox
87 mph (140 kph) Road Speed
497 miles (800 km) Road Range
Variable: Includes support for 20mm automatic cannon or SPIKE Anti-Tank Guided-Missiles (ATGMs) as well as 7.62mm and 12.7mm machine guns OR 40mm Automatic Grenade Launcher (AGL).
Also any personal weapons carried by the crew.
AMMUNITION
Dependent upon armament fit.
M4 - Base Series Designation.
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Image from official Kalyani Group marketing materials.
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