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MODULAR BRIDGING SYSTEM (MBS)

Modular Bridging Systems is a mobile military bridging system used for crossing a trench/river gap in the path of the moving platoon/regiment if the need arises. Launching of the bridge is carried out using a launching system, comprising ruggedized hydraulic, mechanical and electronics systems which facilitate system deployment with minimum crew/manpower.

Salient Features:

  • Modular configuration providing a unique edge
  • Suitable for heavy tracked and wheeled military traffic
  • As per terrain requirement, interchangeable modules can be assembled to achieve spans of 14 m to 46 m
  • Can be deployed with minimum crew
  • The system has broader applicability, such as providing temporary bridging solutions for civilian projects or for rescue operations during natural disasters

Specifications:

Parameter Details
Load Class MLC 70
Base Vehicle 10 x 10 HMV for Launching System
  8 x 8 HMV for Carrier Vehicles
Bridge Span 14 m to 46 m (varies in steps of 6.5 m)
Deployment Time 90 min for maximum span
Roadway Width 4 m

 

5 m & 10 m SHORT SPAN BRIDGING SYSTEM (SSBS)

5 m & 10 m SSBS is a proven, versatile bridging system in this class, with unmatched simplicity and effectiveness. It is a vehicle-mounted, single-span and mechanically-launched mobile bridging system, designed for swift deployment and retrieval under tactical conditions. It has advanced hydraulic systems to ensure smooth operation and can be deployed with a minimum crew of 03 (for 5 m) / 05 (for 10m).

Specifications:

Parameter Details
Load Class

MLC 70 (can be upgraded to meet higher MLC requirements)

Base Vehicle

For 5 m: 6x6 High Mobility Vehicle (HMV)

For 10 m: 8x8 High Mobility Vehicle (HMV)
Bridge Span 5 m & 10 m
Deployment Time 10 min
Roadway Width 4 m

 

ARMOURED VEHICLE LAUNCHED BRIDGE (AVLB)

AVLB is a tank-mounted, single-span and mechanically-launched proven mobile bridging system, based on the scissor launch concept.

Specifications:

Parameter Details
Load Class

MLC 70 (can be upgraded to meet higher MLC requirements)

Base Vehicle

 

Armoured Tank
Bridge Span 20 m
Deployment Time 03 to 05 min
Roadway Width 4 m


SARVATRA BRIDGING SYSTEM

Sarvatra Bridging System is used to bridge dry and wet gaps. This system is a vehicle-mounted, multi-span and mechanically launched bridge, designed for swift deployment and retrieval under tactical conditions. It can be launched in two modes: a) Single-span, when deployed to cover a 15 m gap, without the use of trestle legs b) Multi-span, when deployed to cover a gap wider than 15 m, using a number of systems in a series supported by trestle legs. This mode may be used to cover a gap up to 75 m.

Specifications:

Parameter Details
Load Class

MLC 70 (can be upgraded to meet higher MLC requirements)

Base Vehicle

8x8 High Mobility Vehicle (HMV)

Bridge Span 15 m to 75 m
Deployment Time 150 min for maximum span
Depth of pier 2.5 m to 6 m
Roadway Width 4 m

 

100 m INFANTRY FOOT BRIDGE FLOATING (IFBF)

IFBF is used by troops moving on foot to cross over obstacles like canals and other water bodies where water current is up to 3 knots. Each bridge module while floating is able to carry two (02) personnel with battle loads and weighing up to 120 kg each. A maximum of 40 personnel can be on the bridge at any given time. Luminous marking on the pathway is provided for facilitating crossing of the bridge during night.

Specifications:

Parameter Details
Bridge Span

Up to 100 m

Deployment Time

30 min (day) and 45 min (night)

Clear Pathway Width 800 mm
Water current Up to 3 knots
Personnel Maximum of 40 personnel on the bridge

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