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In 2017 MKE was experimenting with hybrid solution of Firtina engine. But now this latest engine they have displayed in IDEF seems to be very promising.
1300HP power with 10000NM torque is enough to power most MBTs comfortably.
Again they have used an electro-diesel engine whereby they have done away with transmission and the need to have a second motor.
This new engine’s power, torque, maintenance intervals, full loaded range, weight and fuel consumption are much better than the all Diesel engine version. On paper this new engined Firtina is a no brainer.
This will also mean we can sell it whoever we want!
Come on MKE bring on the hybrid engine for Altay!

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Lithium-ion batteries are fired with bullets during tests to confirm "military standards". And they pass the test if they do not explode
 

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Defence Turkey published this Info about Firtina IIs Engine



But L3Harris just sold its Combat Propulsion Systems Division to RENK AG!

"At the same time, the company also signed an agreement to sell its Combat Propulsion Systems and Magnet-Motor GmbH businesses for about $400 million in cash to Germany’s RENK. Combat Propulsion Systems, based in the U.S., supplies transmissions and engines, such as the AVDS-1790 series, for armored vehicles in the U.S. and international markets. Magnet-Motor develops and designs high-performance electric power supplies and hybrid drive systems for military applications and is located in Starnberg, Germany."



The Germans are at it again.
 

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Defence Turkey published this Info about Firtina IIs Engine



But L3Harris just sold its Combat Propulsion Systems Division to RENK AG!

"At the same time, the company also signed an agreement to sell its Combat Propulsion Systems and Magnet-Motor GmbH businesses for about $400 million in cash to Germany’s RENK. Combat Propulsion Systems, based in the U.S., supplies transmissions and engines, such as the AVDS-1790 series, for armored vehicles in the U.S. and international markets. Magnet-Motor develops and designs high-performance electric power supplies and hybrid drive systems for military applications and is located in Starnberg, Germany."



The Germans are at it again.
I think that electric power group is perfect for firtina and its silent and low head sig and powerfull torque
 

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Defence Turkey published this Info about Firtina IIs Engine



But L3Harris just sold its Combat Propulsion Systems Division to RENK AG!

"At the same time, the company also signed an agreement to sell its Combat Propulsion Systems and Magnet-Motor GmbH businesses for about $400 million in cash to Germany’s RENK. Combat Propulsion Systems, based in the U.S., supplies transmissions and engines, such as the AVDS-1790 series, for armored vehicles in the U.S. and international markets. Magnet-Motor develops and designs high-performance electric power supplies and hybrid drive systems for military applications and is located in Starnberg, Germany."



The Germans are at it again.
If the production unit is not in Germany, German government does not have much to say.
Just like MTU tank motor factory is owned by RR but the factory is in Germany and RR can not make MTU to sell the motor to Turkey.
 

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I thought Firtina obus were going to use domestic engine, how come we face this kind of crap everytime. It doesn’t give any confidence to domestic engine projects ffs.
 

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I thought Firtina obus were going to use domestic engine, how come we face this kind of crap everytime. It doesn’t give any confidence to domestic engine projects ffs.
I guess Utku will take a long time to become fully operational. Also the hybrid engine solution is in the same boat.
So the interim solution is the current one with L3-Harris and Allison power pack.
Apparently The AVDS of L3-Harris has 80% common parts with the engine that Catterpillar Defence UK has. Allison transmission is from UK as well.
 

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I guess Utku will take a long time to become fully operational. Also the hybrid engine solution is in the same boat.
So the interim solution is the current one with L3-Harris and Allison power pack.
Apparently The AVDS of L3-Harris has 80% common parts with the engine that Catterpillar Defence UK has. Allison transmission is from UK as well.
They said that the hybride group would be ready by next year
 

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They said that the hybride group would be ready by next year
It may be ready next year. But it will have to go through Turkish Army’s rigorous tests before accepted. Same goes for the Utku engine. First the factory will complete it’s tests. Then the Army. They can start the test on the L3 Harris power pack straight away. (Provided it will fit in the current engine housing without problems)
 

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It may be ready next year. But it will have to go through Turkish Army’s rigorous tests before accepted. Same goes for the Utku engine. First the factory will complete it’s tests. Then the Army. They can start the test on the L3 Harris power pack straight away. (Provided it will fit in the current engine housing without problems)
Dont forget that mkek is a gov company ..so the army definitely involved in the development phase and know about how it goes ..so i dont expect it will talk a long time
 
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Dont forget that mkek is a gov company ..so the army definitely involved in the development phase and know about how it goes ..so i dont expect it will talk a long time
Turkish industry is in twilight zone. It can either take a step back and use conventional technologies very fast or it can take step forwards and have innovative new designs that will take a bit longer to make...
 

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Made a quick Comparison for the Engines in the Firtina SPH Project

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MT 883 Ka-500 AVDS-1790
Length1108 mm1905 mm
Width972 mm1778 mm
Height742 mm1143 mm
Bore/stroke144/140 mm146 mm
Displacement18,2 l29.3 l
Number of cylindersV 8V 12
POWER1000 HP1200 HP
RPM2700 RPM2400 RPM
Mass, Dry1400 KG2313 KG


 

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Made a quick Comparison for the Engines in the Firtina SPH Project

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MT 883 Ka-500 AVDS-1790
Length1108 mm1905 mm
Width972 mm1778 mm
Height742 mm1143 mm
Bore/stroke144/140 mm146 mm
Displacement18,2 l29.3 l
Number of cylindersV 8V 12
POWER1000 HP1200 HP
RPM2700 RPM2400 RPM
Mass, Dry1400 KG2313 KG


Unbelievable difference.. performance would differ a lot.. Isn't this M60's engine?
 

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Unbelievable difference.. performance would differ a lot.. Isn't this M60's engine?

The AV 1790 series Engine is in M48, M47 and in M60

TAF uses the Engine on these platforms (2nd Maintenance Factory in Kayseri)

M48A5T2
M48T5 ARV Armored Recovery Vehicle
M48T5 CEV Combat Engineer Vehicle
M48 AVLB
M88 Recovery Vehicle
M60A3TTS
 

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Made a quick Comparison for the Engines in the Firtina SPH Project

View attachment 34137 View attachment 34139
MT 883 Ka-500 AVDS-1790
Length1108 mm1905 mm
Width972 mm1778 mm
Height742 mm1143 mm
Bore/stroke144/140 mm146 mm
Displacement18,2 l29.3 l
Number of cylindersV 8V 12
POWER1000 HP1200 HP
RPM2700 RPM2400 RPM
Mass, Dry1400 KG2313 KG


Yeah, we all know MTU is way better. But the competitor gave lots of guarantees regarding the export to third countries. Maybe Azerbaijan can get Fırtına-II now.
 

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Yeah, we all know MTU is way better. But the competitor gave lots of guarantees regarding the export to third countries. Maybe Azerbaijan can get Fırtına-II now.

Renk America also mentions a 1350 HP variant, even 1500 HP should be possible according to data published by Combat Propulsion Systems.

Considering the Guarantees, why not integrate those on ALTAY which should be easy because ASFAT Kayseri knows the Engine well.
Challenger 2 with its 1200 HP Engine and 65 Tons weight proves that it could work.
 

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I saw tweet saying we had signed a deal on several engines for testing purpose. Do we get a timeline from BMC on when they’ll showcase the first Altay with the new engine ?

Is it realistic to build a new from ground up or will they cannibalize existing Altay for testing purpose ?

given RTE wants Altay in 2023
 

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Renk America also mentions a 1350 HP variant, even 1500 HP should be possible according to data published by Combat Propulsion Systems.

Considering the Guarantees, why not integrate those on ALTAY which should be easy because ASFAT Kayseri knows the Engine well.
Challenger 2 with its 1200 HP Engine and 65 Tons weight proves that it could work.
Looking at the size values given above of this engine, do you think it will fit in to the engine compartment of Altay?
 

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