This successful overhaul showcases the technical expertise and hard work of the personnel and officers of the 506 Army Base Workshop.
New Delhi: The Indian Army has made its crucial 155mm Sharang artillery gun fully war-ready. This work was done indigenously at the 506 Army Base Workshop. The gun underwent a complete major overhaul (repair and refurbishment), significantly increasing its power, reliability, and combat readiness.
What Happened In The Overhaul?
The gun underwent a thorough technical inspection. Precise repairs and refurbishment were carried out on key components, such as gun barrel, recoil mechanism, fire control components, This process extended the gun’s lifespan and ensured accuracy and robustness even during prolonged continuous firing.
How Powerful Is The Sharang Gun?
The Sharang gun is an upgraded version of the old Bofors gun. Its main features include a 155mm caliber gun, range of more than 35 km, capability for rapid and accurate firing, can fire high-explosive and specialized shells, inflict deep and lethal impact on the enemy.
It performs well in both high-altitude areas and normal terrain. This gun is very important in the Indian Army’s artillery due to its proven accuracy and robustness.
It Played Major Role In Operation Sindoor
The Sharang gun was used in Operation Sindoor in May 2025. There, it demonstrated its capabilities through accurate long-range firing. The experience gained from this operation has now been incorporated into its maintenance and upgrades, making the cannon even better.
Indigenous Technology
This successful overhaul showcases the technical expertise and hard work of the personnel and officers of the 506 Army Base Workshop. Most importantly, the entire work was done in India – without any assistance from foreign companies.
The army’s combat readiness has been strengthened. The lifespan of the cannons has been extended. Dependence on foreign companies has been reduced. This is a major step towards self-reliance in the defense sector.
