Mahindra Rakshak
The Mahindra Rakshak (Protector) is an armored military light utility vehicle made by Mahindra Defense Systems, based on the chassis of the Mahindra Commander jeep. Primarily used by the Indian army, it is also used by other countries and police in numerous Indian States. Currently it undergoing through a replacement process, with the Mahindra Armored Light Specialist Vehicle (ALSV) chosen as its successor.
| Mahindra Rakshak | |
|---|---|
Mumbai Police Mahindra Rakshak during an exhibition. | |
| Type | Military light utility vehicle |
| Place of origin | India |
| Service history | |
| In service | 2000 – Present |
| Used by | See Users |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Mahindra Defence Systems (Defense Land Systems) |
| Manufacturer | Mahindra & Mahindra Defense |
| Produced | 2000 – Present |
| Variants | See Variants |
| Specifications | |
| Crew | 2 crew 4 passengers |
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| Transmission | Manual transmission |
| Suspension | 4x4, wheeled |
The Rakshak was designed to be used in counter-insurgency and anti-terrorism operations.
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