Kalyani M4

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Kalyani M4 — Quick Reaction Armoured Fighting Vehicle

ACTIVE

Blast and mine-resistant 4x4 high-mobility armoured protected vehicle manufactured in Pune for harsh terrains

Budget

₹177 Cr initial + repeat lots

Timeline

2021–Present

Sector

Private Sector

Indigenisation

65%

PROCUREMENT TIMELINE

AON

Acceptance of Necessity — CCS/DAC approves the requirement.

RFI

Request for Information — industry capability survey.

RFP

Request for Proposal — detailed tender issued to vendors.

ToC

Transfer of Technology clause negotiations.

CNC

Contract Negotiation Committee finalises terms.

Contract

Contract signed with selected vendor(s).

Dev/Trial

Development, integration and user trials.

Induction

CURRENT

Equipment inducted into service.

INTEL SIGNALS

Near induction — watch for contract award

Extensively deployed by the Indian Army in Eastern Ladakh for quick reaction and troop transport. Proven STANAG level blast protection. Selected for UN Peacekeeping missions in Africa.

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PROGRAM BRIEF & FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Essential facts about Kalyani M4

Pipeline Status

Stage 7/7

Inducted / In Service

Estimated Budget

₹177 Cr initial + repeat lots

Financial Outlay

Target Timeline

2021–Present

Operational Target

Armed Service

Private Sector

65% Indigenous

What is the current status and stage of Kalyani M4?▾

Kalyani M4 — Quick Reaction Armoured Fighting Vehicle is currently at Stage 7 of 7 in the Indian defence procurement procedure (Inducted / In Service). Blast and mine-resistant 4x4 high-mobility armoured protected vehicle manufactured in Pune for harsh terrains

What is the estimated budget or outlay for Kalyani M4?▾

The allocated budget outlay for Kalyani M4 is estimated at ₹177 Cr initial + repeat lots.

When is Kalyani M4 expected to be inducted or deployed?▾

The program schedule indicates 2021–Present.

Which agencies and companies are building Kalyani M4?▾

Kalyani M4 is developed in coordination with vendors: Bharat Forge / Kalyani Strategic Systems, Paramount Group.

What is the indigenisation level of Kalyani M4?▾

Kalyani M4 targets an indigenous content of 65%, advancing domestic defence manufacturing under Atmanirbhar Bharat.

CONTENDERS / VENDORS

Bharat Forge / Kalyani Strategic Systems · Paramount Group

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