Est. 1979 · Taxila, Pakistan · Ministry of Defence Production

HEAVY
INDUSTRIES
TAXILA

Engineering Strength. Defending the Future.
Pakistan's foremost defence engineering organization — 25+ years of armoured excellence.

Explore Capabilities Who We Are

1800+

Armoured Vehicles Manufactured

5000+

AFVs Modernized

30+

Countries Served

45+

Years of Engineering

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◆ Main Battle Tanks

◆ Armoured Personnel Carriers

◆ Armoured Security Vehicles

◆ Remote Control Weapon Systems

◆ UAVs

◆ E-Buses

◆ Personal Protective Equipment

◆ Ballistic Testing Lab

◆ MBT Rebuild & Upgrade

◆ Main Battle Tanks

◆ Armoured Personnel Carriers

◆ Armoured Security Vehicles

◆ Remote Control Weapon Systems

◆ UAVs

◆ E-Buses

◆ Personal Protective Equipment

◆ Ballistic Testing Lab

◆ MBT Rebuild & Upgrade

45+

Years of Excellence

01 / Who We Are

Engineering
Strength

Margalla Heavy Industries Limited (HIT) stands as a symbol of pride, quality and innovation in the field of advanced engineering solutions specializing in design, simulation, and prototyping, with a proven track record in the manufacturing and upgradation of state-of-the-art defense and protection systems.

We excel in a comprehensive range of services that includes the design and production of armoured vehicles, testing and verification, as well as rebuilding and modernization of legacy military systems such as Main Battle Tanks, Armoured Personnel Carriers (APCs), and Armoured Security Vehicles (ASVs).

Our cutting-edge facilities are equipped with the latest testing and qualification technologies, including a Ballistic Effect Testing Lab (BETL) and a Material Testing Centre, enabling in-depth R&D, prototype validation, and product authentication to meet international standards.

// Mission Statement

Our mission is to deliver world-class defense and engineering solutions through innovation, precision, and reliability. We are committed to strengthening national security and supporting global partners by developing advanced technologies, modernizing defense systems, and ensuring the highest standards of quality and performance in every product we deliver.

ISO Certified

BETL Qualified

MoDP Backed

NATO Standard

Backed by Ministry of Defence Production, Pakistan

02 / Products

Our Arsenal

From battle-proven armoured vehicles to next-generation weapon systems — engineered to protect.

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Flagship

// Armoured Vehicle

Al-Khalid Main Battle Tank

// Infantry Transport

Armoured Personnel Carrier

// Security Vehicle

Armoured Security Vehicle

New

// Unmanned System

UAV Platform

// Protection

Personal Protective Equipment

Civil

// Civil Mobility

Electric Bus (E-Bus)

// Covert Protection

Discreet Armoured Vehicle

03 / Production Facilities

Nine Factories.
One Mission.

TMF — 01

Tank Manufacturing Factory

Core armoured vehicle manufacturing, MBT rebuild & modernization programs for Pakistan Army and export clients.

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APCF — 02

Armoured Personnel Carrier Factory

Specialist ballistic protection systems, advanced armour solutions, and personal protective equipment manufacturing.

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UASF — 03

Unmanned Aerial System Facility

Civil-sector innovations including electric buses and sustainable mobility solutions for Pakistan's urban transport needs.

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NEVF — 04

New Energy Vehicle Facility

BETL, Material Testing Centre, and comprehensive QA labs for ballistic testing, prototype validation, and product authentication.

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HRF — 05

Heavy Rebuild Facility

Precision cutting tools and industrial tooling solutions meeting international manufacturing standards for defence and commercial sectors.

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GMF — 06

Gun Manufacturing Facility

Heavy casting, forging, and metallurgical processing supporting in-house production of critical armoured components and assemblies.

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ARDIC — 07

Advanced Research, Development & Innovation Centre

Indigenous design, simulation, and prototyping of next-generation defence platforms, materials, and weapon-integration systems.

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ASRF — 08

Advanced System Rebuild Factory

Global marketing, technology transfer, and after-sales support delivering HIT platforms and solutions to 30+ partner nations.

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DESCOM — 09

Development, Engineering Support & Component Manufacturing

Global marketing, technology transfer, and after-sales support delivering HIT platforms and solutions to 30+ partner nations.

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05 / Global Presence

Serving 30+
Nations

From Central Asia to Sub-Saharan Africa — HIT's engineering solutions defend and protect across continents.

// Export Markets

Poland

Germany

Libya

Spain

Morocco

Guyana

Peru

Nigeria

Jordan

Saudi Arabia

Turkey

Iraq

Azerbaijan

Tajikistan

Bangladesh

Oman

UAE

Bahrain

Qatar

// Key Clients

Pakistan Army

Pakistan Navy

USAID

Rangers (Sindh)

Rangers (Punjab)

KPK Police

Islamabad Police

Sindh Police

Balochistan Police

HQ ASF

KS&EW

GB Scouts

Govt of AJK

Punjab Govt

Global Defence Network

Active Deployment

Partnership Nation

30+

Countries

15+

Domestic Clients

07 / Core Values

Principles We
Stand By

These values underpin every decision, every product, and every partnership HIT undertakes.

Innovation & Excellence

We continuously push the boundaries of engineering to deliver products that meet and exceed international standards, driving progress through R&D and cutting-edge technology.

Integrity & Trust

We maintain the highest standards of ethics and transparency in all our engagements, building enduring relationships based on mutual respect and dependability.

Teamwork & Collaboration

We harness the collective expertise of our diverse team, fostering a culture of collaboration and shared purpose to achieve extraordinary outcomes.

Customer-Centricity

Our clients are at the core of all we do. Their needs guide our strategies and every solution we engineer is tailored for lasting impact.

Adaptability

We embrace change as a driver of growth, staying flexible and responsive to evolving global defence requirements and technological advancements.

HEAVY
INDUSTRIES
TAXILA

Engineering
Strength

Our Arsenal

Nine Factories.
One Mission.

Core Capabilities

Serving 30+
Nations

Latest Updates

Principles We
Stand By

Ready to Collaborate
with HIT?

HEAVY INDUSTRIES TAXILA

EngineeringStrength

Our Arsenal

Nine Factories.One Mission.

Core Capabilities

Serving 30+Nations

Latest Updates

Principles WeStand By

Ready to Collaboratewith HIT?

HEAVY
INDUSTRIES
TAXILA

Engineering
Strength

Nine Factories.
One Mission.

Serving 30+
Nations

Principles We
Stand By

Ready to Collaborate
with HIT?