Watch | Adani Defence & Aerospace handed over the first batch of 2,000 ‘Prahar’ Light Machine Guns (LMGs) to the Indian Army in Gwalior.
This marks an early milestone in a large-scale order of 40,000 weapons under the ‘Make in India’ initiative.
Ahead of Schedule Delivery
The consignment was dispatched from the small arms manufacturing facility near Gwalior.
Delivery was completed 11 months ahead of schedule, highlighting strong manufacturing efficiency.
Production Expansion Plan
Adani Defence plans to ramp up production to 1,000 LMGs per month from April 2026.
The company targets completion of the full order within three years, significantly earlier than the original seven-year timeline.
Prahar LMG: Key Technical Features
The Prahar LMG (Negev NG7) operates using an open-bolt system with a rotating bolt driven by gas pressure. This ensures reliable performance in combat conditions.
Design and Dimensions
The weapon features a 508 mm (20-inch) barrel and a total length of 1,000 mm.
Its size reduces to 820 mm with a collapsed stock, enabling easy handling for paratroopers.
Weight Advantage
The NG7 weighs 7.6 kg (excluding magazine), making it significantly lighter.
Its primary competitors are 22% and 38% heavier, giving it a strong mobility advantage in operations.
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