At 12th edition of DefExpo-2022, on Land, Naval &
Homeland Security Systems Exhibition at Gandhinagar, India, JSC NIMI named after
V.V. Bahirev (Technodinamika subsidiary of Rostec Corporation managed by Tecmash
Concern) is presenting a broad range of ammunition for tank, field and naval
artillery.
Mechanical Engineering Research Institute (NIMI) is a leading developer and
manufacturer of field, tank, anti-tank and naval artillery rounds, as well as an
ammunition supplier to the Armed Forces of the Russian Federation and for
export.
Started in 1932, this year NIMI celebrates its 90th anniversary. Over the 90
years of existence, the engineers of the Institute have developed and put into
service for the Army and Navy more than 1000 types of ammunition.
Two new tank rounds with armour-piercing projectiles occupy a special place in
the exposition at DefExpo 2022: the 125-mm 3VBM23 Svinets-2 round and the
Mango-M, an experimental model of upgrade 3VBM17 round. As compared to the
3VBM17 round, two new products feature 30% higher armour penetration
performance, which allows for engaging all types of foreign armour and military
equipment from more than 2 km away.
It is no coincidence that India became the demonstration venue for the Mango-M.
India is traditionally one of the main and largest partners of Russian defence
products, especially armour-piercing tank rounds.
For example, India is known to produce Russian T-90 tanks under license; there
are already more than a thousand units in service. Moreover, the Indian version
of the tank is equipped with an automated loader designed for regular
ammunition. Therefore, a very important task was to develop a round that would
have superior characteristics, but would be suitable for vehicles used in India.
In addition to the upgraded Mango round, NIMI also demonstrates the Svinets-2
round. This is a 125 mm 3VBM23 round commissioned by the Ministry of Defence of
the Russian Federation. In 2018, the Institute received the right to export it
and demonstrated it for the first time during the Army-2019 forum in Russia.
This is a new generation of tank rounds with an armour-piercing sub-calibre
projectile, its characteristics significantly exceeding those of both the
regular Mango and its modernised version.
Therefore, in this situation, we can say that, firstly, NIMI constantly improve
their ammunition, inventing complex technical solutions in non-standard
situations; and secondly, company do not focus only on its tasks, but also try
to create ammunition, that are suitable for any requirements of their partners.
Says Director General Nikolay Semenenko: ‘India historically demonstrates an
interest in our products, not least because the country’s army operates a
significant number of Russian-made combat systems. With military equipment
becoming increasingly sophisticated and its protective characteristics
increasing, upgrading and improving the ammunition is a critical objective. We
offer our foreign clients both ready-to-operate products meeting their demands
and production localization options. We are also prepared to extend the service
life of previously supplied systems by way of assessing their condition and
carrying out repairs as required.
NIMI and the Ministry of Defense of India have long and interesting path of
cooperation. One of the largest Russian projects in the field of
military-technical cooperation with India was the creation of the production of
Russian 125-mm tank rounds 3VBM17 "Mango” on Indian land. The project is
extremely successful and continues to evolve, allowing us to learn and share
experiences over the years with our esteemed Indian colleagues.
The Indian Government held a course for development of its own industry. Russia,
as an old partner and friend, is trying to provide all possible support at all
levels. The “Mango” project is the first and very important project in our
cooperation history. We are confident that it will grow and continue, and our
cooperation will only become stronger.
In addition, we would like to send our greetings to India for 75th Independence
Day, which is held on 2022. We are happy to compliment India on this great
holiday and happy to be involved in it, because India is not only our constant
partner, but also a reliable friend. Participating such large-scale joint
projects that serve for the sake of safety and world peace, we are proud to be
part of this great holiday and are glad that we manage to leave our small mark
in the history of a great country.’
Started in 1932, this year NIMI celebrates its 90th anniversary. Over the 90
years of existence, the engineers of the Institute have developed and put into
service for the Army and Navy more than 1000 types of ammunition.
