Kalyani M4

The Kalyani M4 is a multi-role armoured vehicle designed for high mobility and protection against landmines and improvised explosive devices. It is primarily used for troop transport and reconnaissance in challenging terrains.

The Kalyani M4 was developed by India's Bharat Forge in collaboration with South Africa's Paramount Group, adapting the Mbombe 4 platform to meet the Indian Army's urgent need for a rugged, high-altitude armored vehicle during border standoffs. Following successful trials in the demanding terrain of Ladakh, the vehicle officially entered service with the Indian Army in 2021. It has since been deployed along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) to secure high-altitude borders and has also been utilized by Indian peacekeeping contingents in United Nations missions. Today, the Kalyani M4 remains in active production and service, serving as a vital asset for rapid troop deployment in extreme mountainous environments.