4x4 Vehicles Used By Indian Army

The Indian army is the 4^th largest army in the world with over 3 million military personnel. The army is seen as a symbol of pride and power for the nation and the whole country depends on them for protection. With this responsibility on their shoulder, the Indian army needs powerful tools for their job. The Indian army uses a wide range of vehicles for patrolling on difficult roads and very harsh terrain, most of them are 4x4 SUV's which help them in going to every remote location. Here's a look at the vehicles used by the Indian army:

Maruti Gypsy

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It was one of the most popular 4x4's available in the country. The Gypsy has been discontinued by Maruti for consumers but still remains in heavy production for the army. The Gypsy is a tough vehicle that could run on any terrain no matter how bad the condition of the land, which is the reason why it is one of the best vehicles used by the Indian army.

Tata Xenon

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Tata Xenon is one of the few pickup trucks available in India. The Xenon has also been discontinued for regular consumers but is still in production for the army. The Xenon is mainly used for the transportation of troops and heavy machinery. The army uses it, equipped with 4 jerry cans and convoy lights.

Tata Safari Storme

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The Safari Storme is one of the most powerful vehicles used by the Indian army and another vehicle which has gone off sale for the general public. The army uses a customised version of the Safari Storme called the GS800 which is 70% more powerful than the regular version. It also comes equipped with stiffer suspension, an antenna and a jerry can holder.

Mahindra Marksman

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The Mahindra Marksman was India's first ALSV (Armoured Light Specialist Vehicle). It is made bulletproof to provide protection against grenade attacks and light firearms. Besides army, it is also used by the police force and paramilitary in India for counter-terrorist operations as well as conventional roles. It was unveiled in 2020 and can carry 4 passengers.