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MOBILE ARTILLERY BCP · DEPLOYS IN 30–45 MIN

Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP) — a war room that deploys in 30–45 minutes.

Built on a rugged TATA 2.5 Ton GS truck, the BCP is a containerised expandable shelter that unfolds into a spacious, climate-controlled command room for six operators. It carries its own 2.5 kVA generator, OLTE/OFC fibre and radio communications, and dual telescopic masts — a self-sustained, network-enabled command post that moves with the regiment and directs artillery fire from forward areas.

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Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - side view of camouflage-painted TATA 2.5 Ton GS truck with expandable shelter open, showing interior workstations, by Neometrix

Fig · 01 Expandable shelter deployed · TATA 2.5T GS truck · Ladakh field trial (as manufactured)

Internal wiring built to:

IS 1554 (FRLS)

Deployment Time

30–45min

Crew Capacity

6operators

Generator

2.5kVA

Pneumatic Mast

10m

Fibre Cable (OFC)

1000m

Overview

A command post that moves with the guns.

Traditional tent-based command posts are limited by poor weather protection, slow relocation, and vulnerability. The Vehicle-Mounted Expandable BCP replaces the tent with a protected, powered, and fully equipped command centre that can reposition with artillery units into forward areas.

Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - front three-quarter view of the TATA 2.5 Ton GS truck with camouflage shelter, by Neometrix

Fig · 02 Front three-quarter view · camouflage shelter, closed for transit (as manufactured)

The Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP) is a next-generation mobile headquarters designed to give artillery regiments the ability to command, communicate, and coordinate with speed and precision in the most demanding environments. Built on a rugged 2.5 Ton GS truck platform, it combines mobility with functionality, housing a containerised expandable shelter that unfolds on the battlefield to provide a spacious, climate-controlled workspace for commanders and operators.

More than a shelter — a secure, connected, self-sustaining hub for fire control and real-time communication.

Inside, it is equipped with fibre-optic and radio communication systems, telescopic masts for antennas and sensors, an independent power generation and distribution system, and ergonomic furniture to support extended missions. With rapid deployment, built-in safety systems, and dual-use potential in disaster management or border security operations, it is engineered to meet the modern demand for mobile, survivable, network-enabled command infrastructure.

Architecture

Four systems, one shelter.

The BCP is organised around four functional blocks — the expandable shelter itself, an independent power system, a fibre and radio communications backbone, and dual telescopic masts — all housed on a single truck chassis.

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Expandable Modular Shelter

Containerised aluminium shelter with 500 mm slide-out side walls and reinforced, anti-static flooring on ISMC cross members with twist-lock ISO corners. Camouflage polyurethane finish over epoxy primer on a grit-blasted surface.

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Power Independence

2.5 kVA silent petrol/diesel generator with 230V AC mains backup, RCCB/MCB power distribution and a multifunction meter, backed by an 8 x 12V (24V) battery bank and 300 m of 16x4 IS 1554 cabling on drums.

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Communication Backbone

Optical Line Terminal Equipment (OLTE) with 1,000 m of Optical Fibre Cable delivers up to 10 Gbps over 20 km via SFP/SFP+ modules, alongside mounts for STARS V Mk II tactical radios and computers.

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Mast Systems

A 10 m pneumatic mast (compressor or foot pump raised) for heavy antenna arrays and surveillance gear, plus a 3 m multipurpose mast for lighter devices, both secured with Kevlar guy ropes to 40 km/h winds.

Crew comfort & ergonomics

Six foldable workstations with revolving chairs, server racks, gun racks and storage cupboards.
1-ton air conditioner, four wall-mounted fans and one exhaust fan for a 0°C to 50°C operating range.
Four ceiling LED lights, four spotlights and external bulkhead lights for round-the-clock operation.

Safety & survivability

RCCB/MCB electrical protection, surge suppression and IS 1554 FRLS internal wiring with an earthing grid.
Smoke detector with alarms, portable fire extinguisher and a lightning arrester.
Anti-static, skid-protected flooring and camouflage exterior for concealment and weather protection.

Deployment

From road march to fire control in 45 minutes.

Field trials confirm a repeatable six-step deployment sequence, run by a crew of five to six personnel.

Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - rear three-quarter view of the truck with shelter deployed, mountain backdrop, by Neometrix

Fig · 03 Rear three-quarter view · shelter configuration in field deployment (as manufactured)

Vehicle positioning — the GS truck parks on a level surface with handbrakes applied.
Shelter expansion — side walls slide out 500 mm each side and floor panels extend, secured with locking pins.
Mast deployment — the 10 m and 3 m telescopic masts are raised by pneumatic compressor or foot pump and secured with Kevlar guy ropes.
Power-up — the generator starts and power is distributed via the PDU; external AC supply can also be connected.
System activation — air-conditioning, lighting, fans and safety systems are switched on.
Commencement of operations — radios, fibre-optic communication and tactical computing systems go live.

Once activated, the BCP maintains continuous operation through its generator, batteries and external AC input, and is qualified against a 30-day continuous field trial as part of the standard acceptance procedure, with a standard delivery timeline of 270 days from order.

Applications

Military-first, dual-use ready.

Primary role is artillery fire control, with secondary civil/military potential wherever a rugged, relocatable command hub is needed.

A · 01

Artillery Fire Control Centre

Serves as the command node for directing fire missions and controlling multiple batteries.

Primary Role

A · 02

Mobile Command Post

Allows regiments to relocate command centres without losing operational tempo.

Field Army

A · 03

Secure Communications Hub

Fibre and radio-based communications keep units linked to higher HQ and peer batteries.

OLTE + OFC

A · 04

Forward-Deployed Operations

Deployed close to battle lines, providing commanders with real-time situational awareness.

Forward Area

A · 05

Disaster Management

Mobile headquarters for coordination during natural disasters, providing independent power and comms.

Dual-Use

A · 06

Border Security & Emergency Response

Rugged, relocatable command centres for surveillance operations, and forward coordination centres for paramilitary or disaster-relief teams.

Dual-Use

Image Gallery

The BCP, in the field.

Real production and field photographs of the Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post.

Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - expandable shelter open showing interior workstations, by Neometrix

Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - front three-quarter view, shelter closed for transit, by Neometrix

Vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post - rear three-quarter view, mountain backdrop, by Neometrix

Row of five finished vehicle-mounted expandable battery command post units in closed configuration, Neometrix production yard

Fig · 04–07 Shelter deployed (top-left) · front view, closed (top-right) · field deployment (bottom-left) · production run of five units (bottom-right)

Downloads

Design drawing.

General-arrangement drawing for the Vehicle-Mounted Expandable BCP, available as PDF for procurement review and technical pre-screening.

Drawing · Design 1

Design Drawing

PDF

Media Gallery

Watch the BCP deploy.

Video walkthrough of the Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post.

Specifications

Full technical parameters.

Key system parameters for the standard Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post configuration.

Base Vehicle	TATA 2.5 Ton GS Truck (Army standard, ruggedised)
Shelter Type	Containerised aluminium modular shelter, expandable
Expansion	500 mm slide-out side walls + reinforced floor panels
Flatbed Construction	ISMC cross members, MS supports, twist-lock ISO corners
Flooring	Anti-static, reinforced with skid protection, earthing grid
Paint & Protection	Camouflage polyurethane finish, epoxy primer, grit-blast prep
Power Source	2.5 kVA silent petrol/diesel generator
Secondary Power	230V AC mains connectivity
Power Distribution	RCCB, MCB, voltage/current protection, multifunction meter
Cabling	300 m 16x4 IS 1554 cables on drums, FRLS internal wiring
Battery Backup	Utility box with 8 × 12V batteries (24V system)
Masts	10 m pneumatic mast (compressor/foot pump) & 3 m multipurpose mast
Communication Backbone	OLTE (Optical Line Terminal Equipment) + 1000 m OFC
Networking Capacity	Up to 10 Gbps, 20 km reach (SFP/SFP+ modules)
Radio Integration	Mounts for STARS V Mk II radios & tactical computers
Climate Control	1-ton AC, 4 wall-mounted fans, 1 exhaust fan
Lighting	4 ceiling LED lights, 4 spotlights, external bulkhead lights
Furniture & Ergonomics	6 revolving chairs, 4 foldable tables, cupboards, racks, weapon mounts
Safety Systems	Smoke detector, fire extinguisher, lightning arrester, earthing grid
Operating Temperature	0°C to 50°C
Altitude	Up to 1000 m AMSL
Crew Capacity	6 operators
Deployment Time	30–45 minutes with 5–6 personnel
Delivery Timeline	270 days from order
Testing & Acceptance	30-day fault-free operational trial

FAQ

Frequently asked questions.

Q · 01 What is the Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP)?

The BCP is a mobile, protected, and fully equipped command centre built on a TATA 2.5 Ton GS truck. Its containerised shelter expands on site to create a climate-controlled working environment for artillery fire control, with independent power, fibre-optic and radio communications, and telescopic masts.

Q · 02 How quickly can the BCP be deployed?

The BCP is fully operational within 30–45 minutes with a crew of 5–6 personnel — vehicle positioning, shelter expansion (500 mm slide-out walls each side), mast deployment, power-up and system activation are all part of the standard deployment sequence.

Q · 03 How does the BCP generate and manage its own power?

A 2.5 kVA silent petrol/diesel generator supplies onboard electricity, backed by a 24V battery bank (8 × 12V batteries) and an RCCB/MCB-protected power distribution system with a multifunction meter. A 230V AC mains connection is also available as secondary power.

Q · 04 What communication systems does the BCP carry?

The BCP integrates Optical Line Terminal Equipment (OLTE) with 1,000 m of Optical Fibre Cable (OFC) for encrypted, high-speed connectivity up to 10 Gbps over a 20 km reach, plus mounts for STARS V Mk II tactical radios and computers, linking the post to higher HQ and deployed batteries.

Q · 05 What are the mast systems used for?

The BCP carries two telescopic masts: a 10 m pneumatic mast (raised by compressor or foot pump) for heavy antenna arrays, radios or surveillance equipment, and a 3 m multipurpose mast for lighter devices and quick deployment. Both are secured with Kevlar guy ropes rated for winds up to 40 km/h.

Q · 06 How many operators does the BCP accommodate, and what is inside?

The shelter is designed for six operators, fitted with foldable workstations, revolving chairs, server racks, gun racks and storage cupboards. A 1-ton air conditioner, four wall-mounted fans, one exhaust fan and LED lighting support extended missions in temperatures from 0°C to 50°C.

Q · 07 What safety systems protect the crew and equipment?

Electrical protection uses RCCB/MCB circuit breakers, surge suppression and IS 1554-compliant FRLS internal wiring with an earthing grid. A smoke detector with alarms, a portable fire extinguisher, a lightning arrester and anti-static, skid-protected flooring round out the safety systems.

Q · 08 What is the delivery timeline and acceptance procedure for the BCP?

Standard delivery is 270 days from order. Before handover, each BCP undergoes a 30-day fault-free operational trial to verify continuous, reliable performance under field conditions.

Q · 09 What applications does the BCP support beyond artillery fire control?

Primary use is as an artillery fire control centre and mobile command post for regiments relocating without losing operational tempo. It also has civil/military dual-use potential for disaster management coordination, border security posts, and emergency response by paramilitary or disaster-relief teams.

Q · 10 Who manufactures the BCP, and is it customizable?

The BCP is designed and manufactured by Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd, India. Neometrix offers customized configurations of the shelter, power, communication and mast fit-out tailored to specific client and operational requirements.

Q · 11 How can I get a quotation for the BCP?

You can request a quotation for the Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post by contacting Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd through the website, or by email or phone.

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Neometrix Engineering Pvt Ltd · Noida, India Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP)

Vehicle-Mounted Expandable Battery Command Post (BCP) — a war room that deploys in 30–45 minutes.

A command post that moves with the guns.