Bharat Forge’s wholly-owned subsidiary, Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), has unveiled its new 120mm R.A.M.S, a Rapid Attack Mortar System. Integrated onto an agile 4×4 vehicle, the system is designed for rapid, protected fire support in high altitudes and all weather conditions. This development aligns with the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, aiming to enhance India’s defense manufacturing capabilities and its position as an exporter of advanced defense platforms.
Kalyani Strategic Systems Unveils 120mm R.A.M.S
Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), a defense subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, announced the launch of its new 120mm R.A.M.S (Rapid Attack Mortar System) on November 12, 2026. This vehicle-integrated mortar system is engineered to provide rapid, protected fire support at high altitudes and in challenging weather conditions, catering to both the Indian Armed Forces and international customers.
System Capabilities and Strategic Importance
The R.A.M.S is mounted on an agile 4×4 vehicle, enabling mobile forces to deliver powerful, rapid-response mortar fire that is adaptable to future warfare strategies. A key feature highlighted is the system’s ability to transition from a mobile state to firing in moments, allowing for quick relocation before an adversary can respond. This design reduces crew exposure by eliminating the need to dismount and emplace the mortar, thereby compressing the sensor-to-shooter cycle and enhancing crew safety. The system is built for rugged terrain, maintaining mobility in high altitudes, extreme cold, heat, and monsoon conditions, making it suitable for diverse operational environments where towed systems might be slow to deploy.
‘Make in India’ Initiative and Future Warfare
Designed and developed in India, the R.A.M.S is a testament to the ‘Aatmanirbhar Bharat’ initiative, reinforcing India’s standing as a manufacturer and exporter of advanced defense platforms. Mr. Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman and Joint Managing Director of Bharat Forge Ltd, stated, “Our purpose at KSSL is to keep Bharat safe, and to stand with nations facing hostile aggression. R.A.M.S is designed to give our armed forces credible, responsive capability at high altitude and in the most challenging conditions, while keeping our soldiers protected.” The system is positioned to address the realities of future conflict, emphasizing persistent surveillance, compressed targeting cycles, and survivability, offering commanders a decisive edge in contested environments.
About Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited
Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL) is the wholly-owned subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited that spearheads the defense business for the Kalyani Group. With over six decades of expertise in engineering, metallurgy, and advanced manufacturing, KSSL offers sovereign defense capabilities across land, marine, and unmanned domains. Its portfolio includes artillery systems, armored and protected vehicles, small arms, ammunition, and marine platforms. KSSL also engages in technology partnerships and local industrialization to help partner nations build their defense industrial base.
About Bharat Forge
Bharat Forge Limited (BFL) is a Pune-based multinational company and a global leader in providing high-performance and safety-critical components and solutions across automotive, aerospace, defense, rail, marine, energy, and industrial sectors. With a global manufacturing footprint and extensive engineering capabilities, BFL plays a pivotal role in supporting India’s strategic industrial and defense ambitions.
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