Make in India Milestone: BEML to Deliver 150 High Mobility Vehicles to MoD

BEML Secures ₹293.81 Crore Order from Raksha Mantralay BEML Limited has clinched a ₹293.81 crore contract from the Raksha Mantralay to supply 150 indigenously designed 6×6 High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs). This award underlines the Ministry of Defence’s trust in BEML’s home-grown engineering and production capabilities. Order Highlights Order value: ₹293.81 crore Quantity: 150 units of 6×6 HMVs Client: Ministry of Defence (Raksha Mantralay) Manufacturing locations: Palakkad and Mysore plants, with capacity support from other divisions Vehicle Capability Snapshot Independent suspension for superior ride quality over rough terrain High-power air-cooled engine optimized for reliability Central tyre inflation system to adjust tyre pressure on the move Anti-lock braking system ensuring better control under emergency stops Backbone tube chassis offering exceptional structural rigidity Designed to operate in extreme climates, high altitudes, and varied terrains Strategic Significance Strengthens logistical reach into remote and challenging regions Provides critical support for troop movements, supplies, and emergency services Demonstrates the success of the Make in India initiative by leveraging in-house R&D Next Steps for BEML Accelerate production schedules to meet defence delivery timelines Enhance R&D for next-generation mobility and tactical solutions Pursue further collaborations with defence and paramilitary forces Extra Insight India’s defence-PSU ecosystem is evolving fast. BEML’s latest order not only cements its role in frontline vehicle supply but also paves the way for upgrades like hybrid drive systems and autonomous convoy capabilities in future defence contracts.