Mahindra Axe review, road test

In battle spec the Axe comes with a weapons platform that has a provision for fitment of two weapon stations - HMG, MMG, LMG, ATGM, RL. It can seat 6-9 soldiers, and has stowage for weapons scale ammo, additional fuel, rations, water and personal kit. Its armour can provide protection for up to 7.62mm armour piercing rounds.

Optional equipment includes an air-conditioning system, run-flat tyres, a winch, a hardtop and electrical power take-off from auxiliary batteries.