Renault Sherpa Light Military Truck For India

[Varunastra]

The Renault Sherpa offered to India is designed with a flexible platform in mind so as to incorporate a number of different types military vehicles ranging from fully armoured convoy trucks to military transport trucks.


Sherpa Light ::
The Sherpa Light family of vehicles from Renault are light armoured tactile vehicles designed to transport infantry, paratroopers, internal security personnel, etc. The vehicle is an on-/off-road platform with a MD 5 diesel engine that packs in 292PS of power.

The vehicles are equipped with full time 4X4 system, automatic gearbox, air-conditioning, hydraulic power steering, retractable electric winch at the front and at the back, run-flat tyres, central tyre inflation system, anti-lock braking system, etc.

The vehicles are available in both armoured and non-armoured versions. The armoured variant can also be fitted with ballistic kits and mine kits.

The Sherpa Light is ideal for tactical missions such as scouting, patrol, convoy escort and command and liaison. The vehicle can transport 4/5 soldiers and comes with a roof-mounted weapon system. It also has 5.56 / 7.62 / 12.7mm weapon systems that can be manned or remotely operated. The Sherpa Light Scout has a range of 1,000km and is good for a top speed of 110km/h.


Station Wagon Sherpa ::
The Station Wagon version of the Sherpa Light can transport up to six soldiers and or any weapon system. The Station Wagon's top speed is the same as the Sherpa Light.


Sherpa Light Armoured Personnel Carrier ::
The Sherpa Light Armoured Personnel Carrier (APC) was designed to transport up to 10 soldiers with room for their equipment in battle-hardened terrain. The APC has a large internal volume that can be used to carry weapon systems as well. The Armoured Personnel Carrier version has a maximum range of 1000km and has a top speed of 110km/h. It can be mounted with the same weapons as the Sherpa Light.

Defence News - Renault Sherpa Light Military Truck For India

 

[Tija]

look's cool but i prefer local mahindra or Tata one.

 

[Abingdonboy]

Certainly seems to be close to what IA is looking for, ie a system smaller than an MRAP but a common platform with multiple roles (ie a JLTV-type vehicle).

 

[Tangent]

We need product from LOCAL COMPANY- Public or Private.
It's time to support them , at least in such sectors.
ENOUGH OF BUYING THIS............. BUYING THAT ....FROM OVERSEAS.
We should follow the policy of ....
WE NEED IT...WE MAKE IT...

 

[angeldemon_007]

There's nothing new here. It was on offer to us last Defexpo also. IA also needs such vehicles but there are more important deals than this one like VSHORAD, SHORAD, air defence gun, QRSAM, MRSAM, ATGM, LUH, M777, other artillery, MBT modernization and new MBT purchases to replace old ones, FINSAS etc. etc.

 

[Gessler]

We need product from LOCAL COMPANY- Public or Private.
It's time to support them , at least in such sectors.
ENOUGH OF BUYING THIS............. BUYING THAT ....FROM OVERSEAS.
We should follow the policy of ....
WE NEED IT...WE MAKE IT...

Completely agree with you there, my friend.

MoD should allow companies like TATA, Mahindra etc. to manufacture such land vehicles
at least. TATA is already building an FICV that is similar to the M-1126 Stryker, so why can't
they build something like this? Its pretty much simple for them. Corrupt MoD. Antony should
allow India-based private sector companies to bag such deals.

 

[angeldemon_007]

We need product from LOCAL COMPANY- Public or Private.
It's time to support them , at least in such sectors.
ENOUGH OF BUYING THIS............. BUYING THAT ....FROM OVERSEAS.
We should follow the policy of ....
WE NEED IT...WE MAKE IT...

Has indian army purchased any such vehicle yet ??? IA also wants local company to produce such a plaform because local product will be cheaper and can be inducted in large number. Nobody is stopping private companies from making such platform but instead we are getting these...

Firstly from the armor point of view these vehicles are way behind from the likes of JLTV, Renault Sherpa, Dingo 2, AMPV etc.

 

[harpoon]

Looks similar to Toyota Hilux and if it as good as Hilux then TATA will make a pile of money, if they can come out with a civilian version.

 

[angeldemon_007]

Completely agree with you there, my friend.

MoD should allow companies like TATA, Mahindra etc. to manufacture such land vehicles
at least. TATA is already building an FICV that is similar to the M-1126 Stryker, so why can't
they build something like this? Its pretty much simple for them. Corrupt MoD. Antony should
allow India-based private sector companies to bag such deals.

People when MOD and IA can allow private sector to participate in FICV project, what makes you think that IA or MOD will stop them from making armored vehicles ?? Infact they are waiting for a decent one to come but they won't wait forever. Once the funds kick in for armored vehicle, if there's a product by private sector then it will be evaluated or they will move on and look for an international product.

What i don't get is when Tata, ALL, Mahindra has such a good tie-ups then why are n't they bringing products like :

1. KMW Dingo 2

2. KMW-Rhienmetal AMPV (Really hot)

3. BAE JLTV

4. BAE RG series

Russia is purchasing IVECO, It will be best for us too...

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Secondly IA is more interested in the inside electronics too. Military vehicles have important electronics parts too. Just making a SUV, putting some lower level armored plates and painting in colors of armed forces doen't fulfill the needs of armed forces. IA still has purchased some vehicle i think but in small number.


The sales for MPVs are picking up. There are reports of decent purchases of MPVs of Tata and Mahindra from MHA and MOD.

 

[Tangent]

Private Sector have to dig in their pocket for every JV, R&D and yet they are not sure whether MOD will let them 'IN' in the competition or not. thus , it is a gamble for them
Why doesn't MOD take the lead in this . Let MOD, issue them the specifications, it's criteria and schedule and some portion of DEVELOPMENT COST.
Then only they will come up with some products , suiting the ALL the specific requirements ( via JV or by other means). U compete their products and select the best one.
Their products right now are from their own imagination of the requirements of the armed forces, hence such a vast difference in them.

 

[sancho]

What about this one?

Shri Lakshmi Defence developed the new Attacking vehicle VIPER, with traditional SUV configuration of four side doors and a single rear luggage door, with its rotating turret and cross-country.

A pick up VAN STYLE for additional and heavy payload the VIPER carries a total crew complement of SIX plus four and is armoured to exceed the European B7 armour.

The Viper can take on attacks while moving as the rear portion is converted to a BULLET PROOF MORCHA while moving and providing complete protection to rear crew members and equipments.

In addition to this all 4 doors have -removable inner lower armour steel panels which can be removed immediately and can be used as Ballistic shields in emergency thus giving a complete command for (tie commandos to move closer to the target where vehicle cannot reach.

The interiors walls are lined with ballistic blankets which can be used as bomb blankets while any emergency repairs or providing cover to VVIPS.

The SEATS are fitted with blast resistant panels which can be also used as additional panels or replacement panels for BODY ARMOURS

The vehicle ideal for cross country and swift operations with complete team of six fully loaded commandos.

The VIPER can be used as an excellent PATROL &vehicles for VV1PS while travelling in long routes.

Viper | Shri Lakshmi Defence Solutions Ltd.