DRDO WhAP vs Puma (German infantry fighting vehicle)

Bundeswehr^[source]

Combat Vehicle Research and Development Establishment^[source]

Krauss-Maffei Wegmann Rheinmetall Landsysteme^[source]

Tata Advanced Systems Mahindra Defence Systems^[source]

Rheinmetall AG, KNDS Deutschland^[source]

2014-Present^[source]

2009–present^[source]

50^[source]

350 as of December 2022^[source]

Applique and composites along with welded steel Modular armour for mine and ballistic protection of up to level III and IV, respectively ( STANAG 4569 )^[source]

AMAP modular composite armor composite armour^[source]

30mm autocannon turret (WhAP variant) (or) 7.62 mm medium machine gun RCWS (IPMV variant)^[source]

Autocanon MK 30-2/ABM ( 30 mm , 200 rounds ready to fire, 200 in storage)^[source]

WhAP variant 7.62 mm coaxial machine gun Twin anti-tank guided missile launcher or an automatic grenade launcher^[source]

Base variant: HK MG4 ( 5.56×45mm NATO ) S1 variant: Spike LR (MELLS) ATGM Multishot grenade launcher for close-in defense^[source]

24 hp/ton^[source]

18.6 kW/t^[source]

Allison 4500SP automatic transmission CVRDE - L&T Automatic Transmission (future)^[source]

Renk HSWL 256^[source]

Live axle with independent hydropneumatic suspension^[source]

Horstman hydrostruts^[source]

0.45 meters^[source]

family of eight-wheeled armoured personnel carriers co-developed^[source]

The National Centre for Automotive Testing (NCAT) at VRDE and a vehicle track at the Mechanized Infantry Regimental Centre (MIRC), Ahmednagar , were used for on-road and off-road mobility trials under developmental trials. In NCAT's high speed track, the vehicle's performance was tested in two modes, 8×8 and 8×4. It recorded a maximum speed of 104 km/h (65 mph), had an average fuel consumption of 1.3 km/l, and a range of 478 km (297 mi) with full tank diesel. Off-road mobility trials in 8×8 mode including cross-country running with gradient climbing was satisfactorily conducted at MIRC ‘A’ vehicle track followed by cross-country running with gradient climbing at NCAT.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Development / First generation; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

DRDO WhAP 8×8 Amphibious Wheeled Armoured Vehicle is being developed as a common platform for various vehicle type like Wheeled APC, 30 mm ICV , 105 mm Light Tank, command post vehicle, ambulance, special purpose platform, 120 mm mortar carrier, CBRN Vehicle based on the same chassis of Kestrel.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Development / First generation; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The DRDO WhAP was exhibited in the Delhi Republic Day parade 2023 as "a modular 8×8 wheeled combat platform" upon a 70 tonne trailer. The vehicle shown was the Armoured Personnel Carrier variant with composite armour, 30 mm turret (BMP-2) and "cutting-edge blast protection".^[source]DRDO WhAP · Development / First generation; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

During a Defence Exhibition held in Pune between 24 and 26 February 2024, the second generation of the Wheeled Armoured Platform (WhAP). The second generation was developed by Mahindra Defence and the DRDO . The CBRN reconnaissance vehicle configuration of the second generation was unveiled. The vehicle can also be modified for multiple roles similar to the first generation including infantry combat vehicle and armoured personnel carrier variants among others. While most of the features in the generation is the same as the earlier one, it incorporates multiple improvements being more compact, lighter, increased ballistic protection and power-to-weight ratio of 26 hp/tonne. It has an amphibious top speed of 8 km/h.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Development / Second generation; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The vehicle operates with a crew of three and is capable of transporting eight soldiers in the IFV and APC configurations.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Development / Second generation; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The vehicle can carry 10 to 12 persons. The driver is seated in the front right beside the engine compartment while the stick or vehicle commander is seated behind the driver. Both are provided with roof hatches while the driver has access to three periscopes for amphibious operations and a panoramic camera system for situational awareness . The gunner and the troop commander is placed under the turret. The troop compartment in the rear hosts six to eight soldiers depending on the variant. It includes a back-to-back seating arrangement with the soldiers facing outward. Anti-blast suspended seats are installed to absorb any shocks and secondary slams, reducing brain and spinal injuries. Every soldier has access to a periscope and a firing port each. The vehicle is equipped with a rear-door ramp for "embarking and disembarking" of troops and two escape hatches . Fuel tanks are placed outside the troop compartment for additional safety.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Capacity; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The WhAP's 8×8 wheel configuration is set on a hydropneumatic suspension utilizing double wishbone arrangement. It has two modes of operation — high-speed mode for normal operation and low-speed mode for better traction capability. Of the four axles, the front two is steerable minimising the turning radius of the vehicle down to 19 metres. It also employs side-mounted hydraulically operated winch for self-recovery.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Mobility; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

DRDO WhAP incorporates an integrated power pack (IPP) backed by a 600 hp (450 kW) diesel engine placed on the front left for high power-to-weight ratio for high-altitude operations in mountainous terrains. The IPP includes cutting-edge technology like a fully automatic transmission with a retarder and an engine cooling system with fans powered by hydraulic motors. The power pack now offers the new feature of exhaust gas dilution for a lower thermal signature.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Powerpack; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

For developmental purpose, the WhAP is powered by the Cummins ISX 600 turbocharger engine. The vehicle is capable of amphibious operations up to a weight of 24 tonnes and is equipped with an anti-surge vane with its hydraulic actuation system to divert the oncoming water flow. Hydrojets in the rear helps in propulsion in the water. The vehicle can achieve a speed of 100 km/h (62 mph) on land and 10 km/h (6.2 mph) on water.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Powerpack; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The engine would be replaced by an indigenous option. As reported in December 2021, Ashok Leyland has partnered with Combat Vehicles Research and Development Establishment to design, develop and produce a 600-hp indigenous engine for the DRDO WhAP. As per the reports the prototype engine has been manufactured and will undergo rigorous testing in the lab and will be qualified for application in armoured fighting vehicles . Series production is scheduled to begin after operational start-up. The testing was inaugurated in the Engine Development Centre, Ashok Leyland, Vellivoyalchavadi, near Chennai .^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Powerpack; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

The hull, based on the composites and steel armour, is constructed from high strength steel with bolted-on ceramic armour. The hull design involves evolved follows a double ‘V’ type bottom configuration consisting of an inner panel and bottom panel. The monocoque of the vehicle includes a welded armour steel hull with applique and inner composite spall liner . This design offers all round protection against 7.62 mm armour piercing rounds as well as land mines . To further reduce the impact of mine explosion, the bottom panel is designed to deflect the shockwave and get further deformed, minimising the blast energy transferred to the vehicle. Blast resistant seats and energy absorbing mats at troop floor interface are also provided to enhance crew safety.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Protection; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

Configuration 1 (2014) : Roof-mounted remote controlled Kongsberg Protector MCT-30R (RWS) equipped with a 30×113 mm autocannon (effective range of 3,000 m), 7.62×51 mm coaxial machine gun and two Javelin anti-tank guided missile launcher with an option for a 40 mm automatic grenade launcher .^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Armament; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

Configuration 2 (2016) : BMP-2 turret equipped with a 30 mm 2A42 autocannon and 7.62 mm PKT coaxial machine gun (2,000 rounds) mounted to the left of the cannon. The version is also fitted with an ATGM launcher. WhAP with this in-service turret underwent firing trials at KK Range, Ahmednagar . Both the autocannon with 30x165mm AP ( T ) rounds and the 7.62×54mmR medium machine gun successfully hit its targets at a range of 1,100 metres.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Armament; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

IPMV configuration : 7.62mm remote controlled medium machine gun .^[source]DRDO WhAP · Design / Armament; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

On 27 September 2024, Morocco 's Ministry of National Defense signed a contract with TASL for the domestic production of 150 WhAP 8×8 armored combat vehicles for the Royal Moroccan Armed Forces . As part of the contract, TASL Morocco (fully owned subsidiary of TASL) will set up a 20,000 m 2 (4.9 acres) final assembly line at Casablanca which will be operationalised within 12 months, followed by roll out within 18 months and completion of deliveries within 36 months from contract signing. The vehicle to be produced at a rate of 100 units annually will have a local integration rate of 35% which will further rise to 50%. The project is anticipated to create 90 direct and 250 indirect jobs. Ministers from National Defense, Interior, Finance, Industry, and Investment, as well as representatives from the FAR General Staff and the Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development (AMDIE), signed the agreement, which offers financial, fiscal, and customs incentives.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Service history / Exports; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

On 23 September 2025, Indian Defence Minister Rajnath Singh and Moroccan Defence Minister Abdellatif Loudiyi together inaugurated the state-of-the-art, 20,000 m 2 (4.9 acres) production facility of WhAP in Berrechid , Morocco. While the facility was operationalised three months ahead of schedule, production has already commenced with initial deliveries expected to begin in October. The initial indigenous content of the Moroccan WhAP will be 33%, the same is expected to increase to 50% over the years.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Service history / Exports; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

Infantry Protected Mobility Vehicle (IPMV) : Armoured personnel carrier equipped with a 7.62mm remote controlled medium machine gun . Primary user: Indian Army.^[source]DRDO WhAP · Variants; only the objects and conditions stated in this passage

1995–2009^[source]

6^[source]

900 L (240 U.S. gal; 200 imp gal)^[source]

3+6^[source]Schützenpanzer Puma · BesatzungSource text · numeric interpretation needs review