What Is P-7 Parachute System? How Much Load Can It Carry? As Indian Army Receives Indigenous Heavy Drop System, Know All About It
The P-7 Parachute System, developed by ADRDE, is designed for the rapid and safe delivery of heavy payloads, catering to the operational needs of the Indian Armed Forces.
Mumbai, November 13: In a major boost to India's defence capabilities, Agra's Aerial Delivery Research and Development Establishment (ADRDE), a leading DRDO laboratory, formally handed over the Authority Holding Sealed Particulars (AHSP) for the P-7 Parachute System to the Directorate General of Quality Assurance (DGQA). The ceremony was held at DRDO Bhawan and officiated by Dr Samir V Kamat, Secretary of the Department of Defence R&D and Chairman of DRDO.
The P-7 Parachute System, developed by ADRDE, is designed for the rapid and safe delivery of heavy payloads, catering to the operational needs of the Indian Armed Forces. As per the Directorate of Ordnance, the P-7 parachute system uses a cluster of parachutes to safely airdrop heavy loads. It has a drop speed of about 260 to 400 kmph and lands at a speed of 7 metres a second. Defence Ministry Signs Contract To Upgrade Indian Army’s Infantry Combat Vehicle BMP2 to BMP2M.
What Is P-7 Parachute System?
Manufactured by Gliders India Limited (Ordnance Parachute Factory), Kanpur, the P-7 parachute system consists of a platform and parachute system. The P-7 parachute system is equipped with a cluster of a cluster of 5 Main canopies, 5 Brake chutes, 2 Auxiliary chutes and 1 Extractor parachute. Meanwhile, its platform is made up of Aluminium or Steel alloys.
How Much Load P-7 Parachute System Can Carry?
The Ministry of Defence said in a press release that the P-7 Parachute System can airdrop loads up to 9.5 tons from IL-76 aircraft at altitudes up to four kilometres. This advanced system enhances the Indian Army's ability to deploy critical equipment, such as Light Field Guns and Jeeps, into border and high-conflict areas, boosting its mobility and readiness. India To Get Kalvari-Class Submarine As Indian Navy Likely To Commission INS Vagsheer Under Project 75 in December 2024, Know All About It.
After a successful General Staff Evaluation, the P-7 system was officially inducted into the Indian Armed Forces, and the Army placed an order for 146 units.
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