Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited, a subsidiary of Bharat Forge, unveiled a mobile gun system, MArG 45, at the ongoing defence expo IDEX Abu Dhabi 2025.
MArG 45, mounted on a 4x4 all-terrain platform, boasts unmatched firepower as it can fire beyond 36 km using conventional ammunition.
Weighing 23.5 tonnes, MArG 45 carries 18 rounds with Zone 6 onboard, making it suitable for sustained operations. It is compatible with the NATO standards. With a firing rate of 10 rounds in 3 minutes and a sustained rate of 42 rounds in 60 minutes, it is a reliable and deadly weapon during combat. The custom-designed chassis of the gun helps it to be agile across different terrains.
The gun has an elevation range of -2° to +72° and a traverse of 25° left and right.
“This Mounted Gun Platform represents a significant leap in defense technology, showcasing our commitment to innovation and excellence. It is a testament to our capability to develop ‘Designed and Made in India’ most advanced artillery defence platforms,” Chairman & MD of Bharat Forge Baba Kalyani said.
According to a statement from Kalyani Group MArG 45 exemplifies the company's ingenuity in challenging conventions, integrating firepower, range, and mobility into a single, ground-breaking platform.
Kalyani Group said MArG 45 is a “go-anywhere” gun which is built for rapid deployment and has superior manoeuvrability.
The unveiling of MArG 45 marks a significant milestone in mobile artillery, reinforcing Kalyani Group’s commitment to self-reliance and cutting-edge defense innovation, the company said.