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Kaveri Engine Approaches Final Russian Trials as Funding Campaign Grows

With roughly 25 hours of Russian test flights left, the engine is poised for unmanned combat drone service, reflecting its shift toward naval roles under India’s self-reliance drive.

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Overview

  • The Kaveri turbofan, in development since the 1980s, is currently undergoing final trials in Russia with about 25 hours of testing remaining.
  • #FundKaveriEngine trended on social media after citizens and defence experts called on Prime Minister Modi to increase development resources.
  • Derivative versions of the engine are being adapted to power the Ghatak stealth UCAV and the Kaveri Marine Gas Turbine for small warships.
  • Kaveri 2.0 is in development with targets of 90–100 kN thrust using single-crystal turbine blades and nickel superalloys to meet combat aircraft requirements.
  • The project is considered vital to India’s Aatmanirbhar Bharat defence initiative, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign engines and bolster indigenous aerospace capabilities.