Govt sign contract for Remote Control Guns with Kanpur's AWEIL

New Delhi, Feb 15: The Ministry of Defence signed a contract on February 14, 2024 with Advanced Weapon Equipment India Ltd. ( AWEIL ), Kanpur for manufacturing and supply of a total of 463 indigenously manufactured 12.7 mm Stabilised Remote Control Guns (SRCG) for the Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard at a total cost of Rs. 1752.13 crores, with Indigenous Content (IC) of more than 85 percent, the Ministry of Defence said.

 

 

 

 

The SRCG will enhance the capability of Indian Navy and Indian Coast Guard to accurately engage small targets that post a threat to ships in an asymmetric environment, both by day and night.

 

 

 

 

This acquisition will provide further boost to the vision of "Aatmanirbharta in Defence". This contract signed between union Defence Ministry and AWEIL , will also open up a large avenue in defence manufacturing for over 125 Indian Vendors and DPSUs for over a period of 5 years.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Stabilized Remote Control Guns are advanced firearm systems equipped with stabilization technology, ensuring accuracy and precision in remote operations. These guns, often mounted on vehicles or unmanned platforms, utilize stabilization mechanisms to compensate for movement and vibrations. This technology enhances aiming stability and enables accurate targeting, even in dynamic environments.

 

 

 

 

Stabilized Remote Control Guns find applications in military, law enforcement, and security sectors, offering increased situational awareness and response capabilities, making them effective tools for strategic operations and defense applications.

 

 

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