IndiaRussia JV Produced First Batch Of AK203 Rifles In Amethi

Lucknow: Korva Arms Factory in Amethi County has produced the first 7.62mm AK-203 Kalashnikov rifles. Deliveries to the Indian Army are expected to begin soon.

This made India the first country to start manufacturing the AK-200 series of the world famous Kalashnikov brand.

"The AK-200 series of assault rifles retained all the advantages of the traditional AK design: reliability, durability and ease of maintenance. At the same time, they meet the latest international standards of weapons in terms of ergonomics and the ability to install additional high-tech equipment, Rosoboron Export of the Russian State as announced

Rosoboron Export is one of the two founders: Kalashnikov Concern, Indo-Russian Rifles Private Limited (IRRPL), a joint venture (JV) between Russia and India, registered and established in India.

Rosoboronexport and Kalashnikov Concern are subsidiaries of Rostec State Corporation.

"When the AK-203 Kalashnikov assault rifle goes into production, a comfortable and modern high-quality pistol will be used by Indian defense and law enforcement agencies. The model combines excellent ergonomics, adaptability for different shooters and high performance features, making it one of the best assault rifles in the world. among. Arms meet, "said Sergey Chemezov, CEO of Rostec.

The joint venture plans to ensure 100% local production of AK-203 rifles in India.

"The Amethi Assault Rifle factory can fully supply the Indian law enforcement agencies with AK-203s. Due to the high technology of the rifle, it is suitable for various operators. In addition, the joint venture will export its products to third countries. They can export," said Alexander Mikheev Rosoboron Export- CEO of

Russia and India continue to implement military and technical cooperation projects. Rosoboron Exports is interested in collaborating with technology transfer through India and within the framework of the Make-in-India initiative.

In the future, the company will be able to increase production and improve production facilities to produce advanced rifles based on the Kalashnikov rifle.

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