India showcased a range of indigenous defence systems at Eurosatory 2026, the world's largest exhibition for land and air-land defence and security equipment, as the country is stepping up efforts to position itself as a major exporter of military hardware.
The event, which brought together more than 2,000 exhibitors from 61 countries, saw participation from several Indian defence companies and organisations, including DRDO, Bharat Electronics Limited, Tonbo Imaging, SMPP, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), MKU Ltd, Ashoka Manufacturing, Armoured Vehicles Limited and Mech Components.
“DRDO is showcasing advanced systems and technologies at EUROSATORY 2026, Paris during 15-19 June 2026 as part of India Pavilion highlighting India’s growing indigenous defence capabilities and innovation, reinforcing the country’s position as an emerging global leader in defence,” a tweet from DRDO read.
One of the major attractions from the Indian pavilion was the unveiling of the MArG-39, a next-generation 155mm/39 calibre mounted artillery gun system developed by KSSL, the defence arm of Bharat Forge.
The MArG-39 is part of the broader MArG family of mounted artillery systems, which includes 39-calibre, 45-calibre and 52-calibre variants. According to the company, the MArG series is a comprehensive family of 4x4-mounted 155mm artillery systems, engineered to give armed forces a single, common platform across three calibre configurations.
Mounted on a 4x4 high-mobility vehicle, the MArG-39 combines the firepower of a larger artillery system with the mobility of a lighter platform. According to KSSL, the system delivers 155mm artillery firepower on a chassis capable of operating across a wide variety of terrains.
The gun is designed for "shoot-and-scoot" operations, enabling crews to fire and rapidly relocate before enemy counter-battery fire can respond. It can carry 18 rounds of ammunition on board and is capable of negotiating gradients of up to 25 degrees.
KSSL says the system is interoperable with NATO-standard 155mm ammunition and can fire both conventional and precision-guided munitions. It is also designed to support network-centric warfare through a modern fire-control system that enables rapid target engagement and digital artillery coordination.
One of the key selling points of the MArG series is its reduced logistics footprint compared to tracked artillery systems and heavier 6x6 or 8x8 wheeled platforms. The company says the system's lower weight and potential air-transportability improve strategic mobility and make it suitable for mountain, desert and infrastructure-constrained environments.
"The MArG series brings together six decades of precision engineering and metallurgical expertise to deliver a new benchmark in deployable artillery," said Amit Kalyani, vice chairman and joint managing director of Bharat Forge.
Neelesh Tungar, chief executive officer of KSSL, said the system provides forces with the ability to strike, relocate and survive in contested environments while remaining deployable in terrain where heavier artillery systems may struggle to operate.
The MArG-39 displayed at Eurosatory 2026 is being showcased to prospective customers across Europe as part of KSSL's efforts to expand its international footprint.
India's participation at Eurosatory comes as domestic defence firms increasingly look to global markets, showcasing indigenous technologies and weapon systems developed under the country's push for self-reliance and defence exports.
