Quick Summary: NIBE Limited has received a significant order from Israel’s Elbit Systems to manufacture parts for the 70mm Guided Advanced Tactical Rocket (GATR). This precision air-to-surface missile, compatible with helicopters like the Apache and HAL Rudra, has a 10 km range and uses laser guidance for high accuracy. It’s the first time such a system will be produced in India, marking a milestone in indigenous defense manufacturing. The deal strengthens NIBE’s position as a global defense partner and supports India’s push toward defense self-reliance.
Full Article: In a strategic development for India’s defense manufacturing sector, NIBE Limited has secured a major order from Israel-based Elbit Systems to manufacture and supply components for the 70mm class air-to-surface Guided Advanced Tactical Rocket (GATR).
The GATR is a precision-strike missile system with a range of up to 10 kilometers, capable of engaging moving targets at speeds of up to 100 kmph. It is equipped with a semi-active laser guidance system, enabling high accuracy and minimal collateral damage. With a 16 kg warhead capable of penetrating up to 200 mm of reinforced concrete, the system is designed for tactical air missions and medium-range strikes.
The rocket is compatible with a range of combat helicopters including the AH-64 Apache and India’s HAL Rudra, enhancing its appeal for both domestic and global military platforms.
This order marks the first time such a sophisticated rocket will be produced in India, underlining NIBE Limited’s growing capabilities in advanced aerospace systems and defense technologies. The partnership signifies India’s strengthening role in global defense manufacturing and NIBE’s emergence as a trusted partner for international defense collaborations.
Under the agreement, NIBE will oversee the acquisition, localized production, and platform integration of the GATR for deployment by the Indian Armed Forces and allied nations. The collaboration is expected to enhance mission effectiveness and safety while advancing India’s goal of achieving technological self-reliance in the defense sector.