Ugram (assault rifle)

UGRAM is a 7.62x51mm assault rifle, designed and developed by Defence Research and Development (DRDO) in collaboration with a private industry partner, Dvipa Defence. It is intended for use by Indian Armed Forces, paramilitary units, and special forces, particularly in counter-insurgency and counter-terrorism operations. The rifle is notable for its fully indigenous design, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers and align with the "Atmanirbhar Bharat" initiative.^[4][5]

Ugram
Type	Assault rifle
Place of origin	India
Service history
In service	User Trials
Used by	Indian Armed Forces
Production history
Designer	DRDO
Designed	August–September 2022
Specifications
Mass	3.91 kg (8.6 lb)
Length	960 mm (38 in)
Barrel length	415 mm (16.3 in)[1]
Cartridge	7.62x51mm
Action	Gas-operated, rotating bolt
Muzzle velocity	715-890 m/s
Effective firing range	500 m (550 yd)[2]
Feed system	20-round magazine (firearms) and is designed to fire both automatic and single-shot modes.
Sights	Iron sights (100-500 meters Range)
References	[3]