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Arjun Mark II MBT on pre-induction trials

August 16-31, 2011

The desert trials of Arjun Mark II main battle tank (MBT) were carried out in Pokharan, Rajasthan. The MBT, which can fire missiles, is said to have 93 upgrades. The tests, according to sources, will happen on a frequent basis before it is inducted into the Indian Army in 2014. The Indian Army has placed an order for 124 Arjun Mark II MBT at a cost of $ 1.10 billion.

The Arjun Mark II MBT is being developed by the Defence Research and Development Organisation (DRDO) while the Combat Vehicles Research & Development Establishment (CVRDE) is carrying out certain tests.