Kalyani Strategic Systems and Paramount Unveil Simha 4x4 Light Armoured Vehicle

Kalyani Strategic Systems Limited (KSSL), the wholly owned defence subsidiary of Bharat Forge Limited, in partnership with Paramount, unveiled the Simha 4x4, a next-generation Light Armoured Multi-Purpose Vehicle (LAMV), at Eurosatory 2026.

Developed to address the rapidly evolving mobility, protection and mission requirements of armed forces in India, Africa, South Asia, and other global markets, the Simha 4x4, is an ab initio design – that delivers a uniquely capable multi-purpose platform.

What are key features?

Multi-Role Armoured Vehicle: The Simha 4x4 combines power, agility, and protection, making it suitable for urban warfare, reconnaissance missions, and both on-road and off-road operations.

Modular Architecture: Built on proven aggregates, the vehicle's modular design allows easy upgrades, customization, and modifications to meet evolving operational requirements.

Optimised Logistics: The platform enables users to streamline supply chains and maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) processes, reducing lifecycle support complexity.

Mission-Configurable Design: Engineered from the ground up as a highly adaptable platform, the Simha 4x4 can be configured for a wide range of missions.

Wide Operational Spectrum: Designed to support reconnaissance, internal security, border protection, special operations, command-and-control roles, troop transport, and force protection.

Enhanced Mobility and Protection: Provides a balance of survivability and mobility for operations across diverse terrains and threat environments.

Rapid Development: Developed in record time while maintaining a strong focus on rigorous validation and testing standards.

Advanced Engineering: Utilises cutting-edge digital platforms throughout the design, engineering, and testing process to ensure performance and reliability.

Amit Kalyani, Vice Chairman and Joint Managing Director, Bharat Forge Ltd, the parent company of KSSL said, “Simha 4x4 reflects the depth of engineering and defence expertise we bring to the global stage. Europeanized by Design, and built around NATO qualified aggregates, it is engineered for rapid industrialisation in partner nations across the world."

Eric Ichikowitz, Senior Vice President of Paramount said, "Around the world, defence forces are looking for highly adaptable platforms that can perform multiple missions, integrate emerging technologies and be produced locally. The Simha has been designed from the outset to meet those requirements."