TR Defence Exports & Updates

[TR_123456]

Fergani Space is also making its own space rocket but we don't know much about it other than that it will be reusable. Interestingly MSB Arge's Yıldırımhan rocket specs closely match the Jericho 3 and Jericho 4 rockets of Israel.

What do you mean to say by that?

 

[uçuyorum]

I am confused. Which one is correct? A single stage or a multi (4) stage engine ?


Are you serious? You think we don’t have?

Whom belongs the IP rights of these technologies?

Not stages, just 4 pipes side by side

 

[what]

Not an export but a sign of things to come https://www.defensenews.com/global/...twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tw_dfn

 

[TR_123456]

Not an export but a sign of things to come https://www.defensenews.com/global/...twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tw_dfn

This could be a good step towards the next nuclear power plant.

 

[Huelague]

Not an export but a sign of things to come https://www.defensenews.com/global/...twitter&utm_medium=social&utm_campaign=tw_dfn

“The hand you can’t bow, you have to kiss.”

 

[Yasar_TR]

Are you serious? You think we don’t have?

They showed us a glimpse of a missile with two technicians fitting it's cap. But nothing more since then. Until we see it fly and subjected to tests, it is no better than a myth.

I am confused. Which one is correct? A single stage or a multi (4) stage engine ?

No one has mentioned it to have multi stages. But only 4 rocket motors on it’s rear end. And the site I shared above, clearly states it having a single stage.

Whom belongs the IP rights of these technologies?

Not sure who owns the rights of the tech. But whoever is developing it should have the rights; unless development costs are met by the government. Then İP rights should belong to the government.

 

[Zafer]

What do you mean to say by that?

The dimensions and the range target of the so called Yıldırımhan rocket is on par with the Israeli Jericho rocket's version 3 and version 4. I am not saying the Yıldırımhan rocket is real but the specification are the specifications of the Jericho rocket.

Jericho (missile) - Wikipedia

en.wikipedia.org

 

[Fuzuli NL]

Gulf turns to Turkey for air defence systems amid Iran threats​

As drone warfare reshape the region and US suppliers remain backlogged, Gulf states move to secure Turkish military products


A Tulpar Turkish heavy infantry fighting vehicle on display during the opening day of the Saha Expo, an international defence and aerospace exhibition, in Istanbul on 5 May 2026 (Yasin Akgul/AFP)

By Ragip Soylu in Ankara

Published date: 11 May 2026 13:47 BST | Last update: 1 day 1 min ago



As the United States government and defence companies face long backlogs in delivering weapons to their clients, Gulf and Arab states are increasingly signing deals to buy or invest in Turkish arms.
The US and Israel's war on Iran since late February has placed heavy pressure on Gulf countries, particularly Kuwait, the United Arab Emirates, Qatar and Saudi Arabia.
Despite their robust air defence systems, which remain effective against ballistic missiles, these states are facing ammunition shortages and a serious challenge from Iranian long-range drones, which have succeeded in destroying several long-range radar systems in the region.
Since then, Gulf states have stepped up engagement with the Turkish government and defence companies to sign contracts for Turkish air defence systems.
"The Gulf nations are on a buying spree, and they are even enquiring about systems already in use by military forces in the region," one person familiar with Gulf thinking told Middle East Eye. "There is even an interest from Oman, which is traditionally neutral."

That strategy was clearly visible during the Turkish arms fair, Saha Expo, which ended over the weekend, where Gulf countries and states such as Iraq made a strong showing.


Kuwaiti Defense Minister Sheikh Abdullah Ali Abdullah Al Sabah signed a government-to-government sales protocol to procure military systems from major Turkish defence companies, including Aselsan, Havelsan, drone maker Baykar, armoured vehicle producer Otokar and Yonca Shipyard.
One source familiar with Kuwaiti government thinking told MEE that Kuwait was particularly interested in Baykar's medium-altitude, long-endurance Akinci drones, as well as air defence systems such as Hisar, which is designed for short- and medium-altitude threats.
Kuwait's interest is not new. The country already purchased Bayraktar TB2 drones from Ankara in 2023.
Two Turkish defence industry insiders said Saudi Arabia and Qatar were also particularly interested in anti-drone systems produced by Turkish companies.
The insiders said both countries signed contracts to purchase the Korkut 100/25 air defence system. Produced by Aselsan, the system is designed to counter first-person-view and tethered drones using 25-millimetre smart ammunition.
They added that Saudi Arabia also intends to purchase newly unveiled air defence systems presented at Saha Expo, including laser-guided anti-drone systems that can be mounted on small trucks.

'A better offer'​

Interest in Turkish air defence systems extends beyond the Gulf. Iraq is also exploring such purchases.
Iraq's deputy army chief of staff for operations, Lieutenant General Saad Harbiye, told The National that Iraq was finalising the purchase of 20 air defence systems. A source familiar with the matter told MEE that these systems were also likely to be Korkut anti-drone vehicles.

However, the Gulf countries remain the largest potential buyers. UAE Vice President Mansour bin Zayed also visited the Saha fair on Friday, inspecting products displayed by several companies.
One area where Turkey is still struggling to offer a credible option to Gulf states is in the interception of ballistic missiles.
Although Ankara has several systems under development, including the Siper long-range missile defence system, it would need another four to five years of development to adapt them effectively against ballistic missile threats.
One Turkish defence industry insider said Gulf countries remained interested in future Turkish systems because alternative suppliers, such as the United States, face delivery backlogs of several years for Patriot and THAAD systems and their ammunition.
"They can buy Turkish systems within a similar timeframe, with a potential option for localisation and joint development if the conditions are right," the insider said.
"And they increasingly recognise that it is a better offer."

Gulf turns to Turkey for air defence systems amid Iran threats

As drone warfare reshape the region and US suppliers remain backlogged, Gulf states move to secure Turkish military products

www.middleeasteye.net

 

[Huelague]

As far as we will get our own needs first.

 

[Pokemonte13]

As far as we will get our own needs first.

I think these are for future use not now and our systems will be delivered by the contract.

 

[Ripley]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2054274439291015623

 

[Huelague]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2054274439291015623

They know how to speak with Turks and our media. Only contract counts. You can’t buy anything with empty words.

 

[Fuzuli NL]

They know how to speak with Turks and our media. Only contract counts. You can’t buy anything with empty words.

He's the defence minister of an important European country! Why would he lie?
It's not like he's the ambassador but even so he could've just said it's impressive and moved on.
This delegation is insane. Never seen before, so even if they never signed anything or won't buy anything, the magnitude of exposure and PR is priceless!

I believe that thanks to them, we're going to see a spike in defence buyers this year.
We nay hit 14-17 billion in exports, maybe even 20.

 

[Fuzuli NL]

Turkish, Belgian defense chiefs sign cooperation deal

Turkish Defense Minister Yasar Guler met his Belgian counterpart Theo Francken in Ankara, where they signed a letter of intent on defense industry cooperation. Francken was received with a full military ceremony before the two held closed-door talks.

en.yenisafak.com

 

[Pokemonte13]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/2054513532121542957

Anil claims export of TF 2000 is on the horizon. If is true then I would say Saudi Arabia.

 

[Huelague]

Why not Belgium?

 

[Pokemonte13]

Why not Belgium?

Doubtful the belgians need an destroyer for the northsea. So either a middle eastern country or Indonesia/Malaysia.
Indonesia has no money and doubtful malaysia would buy another ship.

 

[Pokemonte13]

So called analyst thinks Ukrainian system are more matured than ours. Ah yes the unfired srbm and ww2 style vergeltungswaffe. Lächerlich

 

[SCAR]

Future Romanian Navy Hisar-class corvette


CAm. Roman (261) (formerly TCG Akhisar P-1220 but sold to Romania) and Turkish Navy Hisar-class OPV TCG Koçhisar (P-1221) transiting Istanbul Strait en route to the Black Sea - May 11, 2026. Photos: @egetulca

 

[Saithan]

Um... Correct me if I am wrong, but we don't even have export permit for cockeril barrel on Kaplan MT for our own armed forces right ? Which country were they from ?