Bengaluru: BEML Limited, a Schedule ‘A’ public sector enterprise under the Ministry of Defence, has been awarded a significant contract worth ₹293.81 crore by the Ministry of Defence for the supply of 150 units of indigenously designed High Mobility Vehicles (HMVs) 6×6.
The vehicles will be primarily manufactured at BEML’s state-of-the-art manufacturing plants located in Palakkad and Mysore, with additional production planned at other divisions based on operational feasibility. These 6×6 HMVs are engineered to offer exceptional reliability and versatility, even in the most challenging and extreme environments.
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Advanced Features for Superior Performance
Key features of the HMVs include an independent suspension system for enhanced mobility, a powerful air-cooled engine, a central tyre inflation system for adapting to varied terrains, an anti-lock braking system (ABS) for safety, and a backbone tube chassis design to ensure structural strength and durability. These vehicles are capable of operating in harsh climatic conditions, extreme terrains, and at high altitudes.
Shantanu Roy, Chairman and Managing Director of BEML Ltd., stated, “This order showcases BEML’s expertise and capacity in delivering advanced indigenous products that enhance India’s defence infrastructure. It also reinforces our ongoing support for the Government of India’s Make in India initiative and our mission to empower the nation’s armed forces with high-quality, indigenously developed solutions.”
Strategic Role and Deployment
The 6×6 High Mobility Vehicles are expected to play a critical role in supporting general military operations as well as providing essential services and logistical support to some of India’s most remote and inaccessible regions. Their deployment highlights a strategic commitment to strengthening operational reach and ensuring vital resources are available even in the toughest terrains.
About BEML Limited
BEML Limited is a leading multi-technology ‘Schedule A’ company under the Ministry of Defence, catering to India’s core sectors including Defence, Rail, Mining, and Construction. Operating across three verticals—Defence & Aerospace, Mining & Construction, and Rail & Metro—BEML boasts world-class manufacturing facilities in Bengaluru, Kolar Gold Fields (KGF), Mysore, and Palakkad. Supported by a robust R&D infrastructure and an extensive nationwide sales and service network, BEML has been a key player for over six decades in manufacturing earthmoving, transportation, and construction equipment, driving innovation and excellence.
