Bofors FH77 | IMR https://imrmedia.in/tag/bofors-fh77/ Indian Military Review, Defense News, Indian Defence Review Mon, 21 Apr 2025 12:47:16 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=7.1.4 https://imrmedia.in/wp-content/uploads/2020/04/cropped-IMR-Logo-512x512-px-32x32.jpg Bofors FH77 | IMR https://imrmedia.in/tag/bofors-fh77/ 32 32 Indian Army to Replace Bofors FH77 with Dhanush and ATAGS by 2030  https://imrmedia.in/indian-army-to-replace-bofors-fh77-with-dhanush-and-atags-by-2030/ https://imrmedia.in/indian-army-to-replace-bofors-fh77-with-dhanush-and-atags-by-2030/#respond Fri, 18 Apr 2025 12:44:40 +0000 https://imrmedia.in/?p=18269 The Indian Army will phase out the Bofors FH77 howitzers starting in 2030, transitioning to indigenous artillery systems like the Dhanush and ATAGS, enhancing its artillery capabilities. The Bofors, effective in the Kargil conflict, face operational challenges due to aging and spare part shortages. The Dhanush offers improved range and precision, while the ATAGS, with […]

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]]> The Indian Army will phase out the Bofors FH77 howitzers starting in 2030, transitioning to indigenous artillery systems like the Dhanush and ATAGS, enhancing its artillery capabilities. The Bofors, effective in the Kargil conflict, face operational challenges due to aging and spare part shortages. The Dhanush offers improved range and precision, while the ATAGS, with a range exceeding 48 kilometers, is set to significantly bolster long-range artillery with plans for 1,500 units. This modernization effort supports India’s self-reliance in defense production and demonstrates a commitment to adopting advanced technologies for enhanced operational readiness and firepower.

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