India Deploys Upgraded L-70 Anti-Aircraft Guns on China Border

The Indian Army has deployed upgraded L-70 anti-aircraft guns along the Line of Actual Control (LAC) separating India from China.

Deployment of the upgraded gun system is part of India’s initiative to improve its overall operational preparedness amid an ongoing standoff in eastern Ladakh that began last year.

According to Indian Capt. Sariya Abbasi of Army Air Defence, the gun features enhanced target acquisition and automatic target tracking capabilities, allowing it to bring down unmanned aerial vehicles in all weather conditions.

The L-70 is equipped with a muzzle velocity radar that enhances its accuracy. The gun can also be integrated with tactical and fire control radars for added flexibility.

In addition to the anti-aircraft guns, India has deployed M-777 howitzers and Swedish Bofors guns along the China border.