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The Field Gun Factory in Kanpur is on the verge of updating around 800 towed field guns categorized as obsolete in the Indian Army's arsenal. These guns, crucial military gear for the Army, were first made in the 1970s and no longer produced after 1988. However, they continue to serve the nation by providing ongoing upkeep.
The recoil system is a serious issue with these firearms. Stability is critical during firing since any problem in the recoil system can cause the gun to lose aim or, worse, topple over. Recognizing this, the Ministry of Defence tasked the Field Gun Factory with developing an enhanced recoil system.
According to Ehtesham Akhtar, the factory's general manager, the newly built 105mm recoil system has passed Army tests, ensuring the cannons will be operational for decades. These cannons, which have a shooting range of 17.2 kilometres, will be evaluated for fitness next year as part of the modernization project.
The enhanced recoil mechanisms developed at the Kanpur site will give fresh life to weapons stationed in vital positions, including mountainous frontiers.
Furthermore, these 3,400 kg field guns can fire many shells, including high explosive (HE) and anti-tank (HEAT) rounds, and can even be flown for quick deployment.