![]() With a renewed power of 156 PS & 400 Nm torque the Storme provides easy drivability, swifter response and lower NVH (Noise, Vibration and Harshness), with superior fuel efficiency and best-in-class ground clearance of 200mm. Introduced in 2012, the Safari Storme boasts of superior on-road and off-road capabilities and robust all round performance, providing the customers with an un-matched driving experience. We will shortly commence delivery of these vehicles for the Army and Navy in a phased manner.” ![]() The Safari Storme was conceived and designed keeping in mind the need for a rugged, comfortable and reliable vehicle, making it popular with law enforcement agencies. This variant of the Storme has been modified from the one available for civilians with an upgraded drivetrain and significantly modified suspension. Tata Motors has been a leading supplier of mobility solutions to the Indian Armed Forces and this order is a testimony to our partnership with the country’s security forces. First a replacement of Tatra by Tata High Mobility Vehicle 6×6 in the 10 Tonne class, and now a replacement of Maruti Gypsy by Tata Safari Storme in the 4×4 light vehicle category, reiterates Tata Motors’ position as a leading supplier of defence mobility solutions to the Indian Armed Forces.Ĭommenting on the recently bagged order, Vernon Noronha, Vice President, Defence & Government Business, Tata Motors Limited said, “We are very proud to have received this prestigious order for over 3000 units of the Safari Storme under the newly formed GS800 category. Tata Motors’ foray into Defence is progressing exactly as per the plan. Developed indigenously, the Tata Safari Storme 4×4 has completed a total trial duration of fifteen months in various terrains across the country, demonstrating supreme performance in the most demanding conditions with capabilities of coping with extreme on or off-road terrains. The Indian Ministry of Defence (MOD) had floated an RFP for vehicles with three basic criteria – minimum payload capacity of 800 kgs hard roofs and air conditioning. The Indian army chose the Tata Safari to full fill its requirement and no doubt Safari is one of the rugged and safest options for the Indian army.Tata Motors has signed a contract for supply of 3192 units of the Tata Safari Storme 4×4 to the Indian Armed Forces, under a new category of vehicles – GS800 (General Service 800). The ageing Suzuki gipsy, which has been serving the Indian army for many years is now lacking with many utilities like air condition which is now very useful to use a defogger, and the close hard top is also the requirement now with the new and enhanced capability. The General unit comes with a 2.2-litre diesel engine produces 156 horses and 400Nm of torque mated with 6-speed manual transmission. Matte Green Tata Safari Storme for the Indian Army: Detailed Image (Credit: ) ![]() It also comes with AC, ABS, mobile charging point, and power windows. Meanwhile, Tata has not revealed the accurate fig of power and torque of this vehicle but claims that it delivers 70 percent higher power and 200 percent higher torque. Meanwhile, 800 in GS800 represents the minimum payload capacity of this vehicle is 800 kg which turned to be 60 percent more than the standard models. Tata Safari Storme For The Indian Army Looks Mean In Matte Green (Credit: CarAndBike)Īs now, Safari is not in production for the general sales, but the manufacturing for GS800 might be in production currently. The interior is totally beige which makes the unique combination. The de-chromed look treatment has been followed to make the car rugged and officially sound. The army version Tata Safari has a new and unique matte green paint job with external fuel container mounted on rear fender with the same matte green alloys. Meanwhile, Tata is one of the oldest manufacturers to produce the vehicle for the Indian Army but this is the first time from Tata motors to get the opportunity to provide the MPV for Indian Armed forces with all facilities and utilities as per the requirements. Indian army ordered around 3192 vehicles to be delivered entirely. Its been 2 years exactly when Tata rolled out around 1500 units of Tata Safari Storme GS800 to Indian armed force.
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