Description.  It consists of a semi trailer with specially designed suspension system towed by a truck/ tractor. The suspension system has been designedsuch that the Torpedoes being carried are not subject to shocks and jerks.

Specifications

• Prime mover                                  -           Truck/ Tractor Nissan Diesel (4 x 2) Model PKC-                                                                                 311 BT (RHD)/any compatible tractor            
• Length                                           -           36 ft
• Width                                             -           8 ft
• Payload                                         -           10 Ton
• Chassis frame                               -           2 heavy duty I- beams with structural cross                                                                                           members
• Suspension                                   -           Heavy duty leaf springs with shock absorbers
• Jacks                                             -           Two mechanical adjustable traveling jacks

• Group                                            -           B-Group
• Project Officer                               -           Cdr Liaqat Ali

Details

• Name of proj (as per contract)      -           Indigenous Dev of Torpedo Carrier
• Contract No                                   -           27/212/TC-3/MV-8A/2010/7
• Prototype / Series                         -           Prototype
• Firm                                               -           AMCO
• Date of contract                             -           Jun 11
• Date of completion                        -           Jun 13
• Firm                                               -           AMCO
• Cost per unit                                  -           Rs. 2.755 Mn
• Total Qty / Total cost                     -           1
• Sponsor                                         -           Dte NAI NHQ
• Saving                                           -           13.775 Mn