The Kerala Police added 49 all-new Force Gurkha 4X4 SUVs in its fleet for border patrolling and related official duties on 11th February. The new Gurkha SUVs have been customised according to the exact needs of Kerala State police department, Force Motors said. The company has supplied all-new Gurkha SUVs to the Kerala State government post competitive bidding.
49 Force Gurkha SUVs for Kerala police: Customisation
The all-black Gurkha SUVs come with a siren, a badge of the police department and high-intensity rooftop flashing lights. According to the police requirements, the SUVs come equipped with modified seating arrangements and rides on black steel rims. According to company claims the Gurkhas provide stability and speed even in the difficult terrains.

The Gurkha vehicles are powered by a 2.6-litre diesel engine, which produces 91 hp horsepower and 250 Nm of torque, the same as the civilian variant. The Mercedes-sourced engine comes mated to a 5-speed manual transmission. Also, the SUVs come in handy with the four-wheel-drive system with a manual locking feature.
In addition, the company is working on a five-door Gurkha version, which will be built on the Gurkha’s C ladder-frame platform.