TR Defence Exports & Updates

[Shtr]

Don't forget Altay bros even if I already forgot

 

[Anmdt]

Per Sünnetçi, for Portugal's AOR tender for two ships, STM and Damen were the two finalists where STM's bid was chosen. Great success against a very important competitor.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ibrahim-s%C3%BCnnetci-b2951544/

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And a nicer side view of Dearsan's FAC design for Qatari Navy with Çakır launchers. Furthermore:
"Within the scope of the project, it is planned to build a total of five of the DEARSAN-designed 50 m Guided Missile Fast Patrol Boats, which have been named Halul-11 by the Qatar Navy, and it is expected to receive a request from the Qatar Navy Command and the Qatar Armed Forces Procurement and Logistics Directorate in the near future for an additional contract for the construction of the other three ships, which are expected to be in different configurations. The first of the ships is expected to enter service in 2027 and the second in 2028."

Looking at it, i once noticed again, Turks love making sturdy mast structures.
Nobody will notice its importance until a time which an explosive goes kaboom a meter away from the mast.

 

[Saithan]

https://twitter.com/i/web/status/1873680503804416190

Aselsan has made a sales contract on payload with a ME country.

 

[hugh]

Saudi Arabia is negotiating an unprecedented huge order from Turkish defense industry companies. A deal consisting of 100 KAANs and several hundred Kızılelmas is on the table.

Several hundred KIZILELMAs? Are they prepping for Armageddon?

 

[I_Love_F16]

Several hundred KIZILELMAs? Are they prepping for Armageddon?

Hard to believe to be completely honest. We should wait for an official statement.

 

[boredaf]

Several hundred KIZILELMAs? Are they prepping for Armageddon?

If KE is to be used with Kaan as a wingman, that would be about the right number to order. And as far as I can remember, every country toying with the idea is thinking about using 2 or 3 drones with their planes at least.

 

[BordoEnes]

If KE is to be used with Kaan as a wingman, that would be about the right number to order. And as far as I can remember, every country toying with the idea is thinking about using 2 or 3 drones with their planes at least.

For that to be the case there should be a two seat version of the KAAN, which is not even developed yet. I think there will come a point where drones will be an extention of the fighter jet, and will so intergrated into the system that it can be operated by a single pilot but that would be venturing into 6th gen territory. It will happen eventually, but that still many years away.

 

[Huelague]

Saudi Arabia is negotiating an unprecedented huge order from Turkish defense industry companies. A deal consisting of 100 KAANs and several hundred Kızılelmas is on the table.

MoA doesnt count, only contracts count.

 

[Azeri441]

Saudis love announcing these grandiose numbers, but never actually happening,

100 Kaans and several hundred Kizilelmas is like a 40 billion dollar contract, Trump will most likely happily sell them F-35s

 

[boredaf]

For that to be the case there should be a two seat version of the KAAN, which is not even developed yet. I think there will come a point where drones will be an extention of the fighter jet, and will so intergrated into the system that it can be operated by a single pilot but that would be venturing into 6th gen territory. It will happen eventually, but that still many years away.

What? Why would there be a two seat version Kaan? None of the countries are planning on two seater versions of their stealth jets. In fact, fitting everything necessary to control a drone would be a challenge in itself. Take a look at the videos from Baykar of people controlling drones.

Wingman concept is a concept for future anyway when these drones can gain more autonomy, and by that I don't mean doing everything by themselves but instead they can be commanded of controlled. Until then, KE can be controlled from the ground to operate alongside Kaan. It has BLOS communication for a reason.

 

[Azeri441]

What? Why would there be a two seat version Kaan? None of the countries are planning on two seater versions of their stealth jets. In fact, fitting everything necessary to control a drone would be a challenge in itself. Take a look at the videos from Baykar of people controlling drones.

Wingman concept is a concept for future anyway when these drones can gain more autonomy, and by that I don't mean doing everything by themselves but instead they can be commanded of controlled. Until then, KE can be controlled from the ground to operate alongside Kaan. It has BLOS communication for a reason.

Thats not true, Chinese J-20S is a 2 seater version of J-20 designed specifically to operate with loyal wingmen.

 

[Turkic]

2 batch of Akıncı deliveries to the UAE in 2024 (January and December)

Pics from Baykar's official telegram channel

 

[Turkic]

Erdoğan says more than 50 countries are using Turkish UAV's

That's 1 of every 4 countries in the world, wow

 

[Fuzuli NL]

Erdoğan says more than 50 countries are using Turkish UAV's

That's 1 of every 4 countries in the world, wow

I wish that there'd be a concise list of each export with UAV type, numbers sold, and dates.
for the undisclosed countries, the entries should say e.g. "Country in Africa I" "Country in Central America II" etc.
It should include engine and E/O preferences and the total cost of each deal and whether ordnance and training were included or not.


I was about to make something like that but I got busy for a while and lost track altogether.
Maybe @Zafer can help?

 

[Knowledgeseeker]

A new batch of TB-2 was delievered to Morocco.

 

[Zafer]

I wish that there'd be a concise list of each export with UAV type, numbers sold, and dates.
for the undisclosed countries, the entries should say e.g. "Country in Africa I" "Country in Central America II" etc.
It should include engine and E/O preferences and the total cost of each deal and whether ordnance and training were included or not.


I was about to make something like that but I got busy for a while and lost track altogether.
Maybe @Zafer can help?

Keeping track of things is a lot of work, it should be done by some defence industry professional.

 

[dBSPL]

Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün, President of Defense Industry:

“In 2024, our defense and aerospace industry exports, including NATO and service exports, reached 7.154 billion dollars with an increase of 29%, breaking a new record! This figure was 11% above our 2024 target of $6.5 billion."

Let's see if we can reach the 10 billion mark around 2025-26. It must speak volumes to be able to reach these levels at an early stage when mega projects like Kaan are still in the development phase.

 

[Huelague]

Prof. Dr. Haluk Görgün, President of Defense Industry:

“In 2024, our defense and aerospace industry exports, including NATO and service exports, reached 7.154 billion dollars with an increase of 29%, breaking a new record! This figure was 11% above our 2024 target of $6.5 billion."

Let's see if we can reach the 10 billion mark around 2025-26. It must speak volumes to be able to reach these levels at an early stage when mega projects like Kaan are still in the development phase.

Tanks, ships, helicopters and jets are the real deals.

 

[IC3M@N FX]

This is what Turkey has to do, all the industrialized countries like Germany, Great Britain, France, Japan, China, USA & Co have only become successful because they have become an Export Country for Industrial, Chemical Goods, Military goods and Consumer Goods since the 60-70s.
I have never understood why the Turkish governments never had the industrial and political will to take this path before, they were asleep for decades.
With high-quality military goods, there is also an automatic transformation into civilian industry, which generates jobs, prosperity and stability.
Let it be machine parts, engines or entire plants for production processes for object XY as a country then goes from being a workbench (Turkey before) for others to an innovator.
You can think what you want about the current government, but there has never been a government before that has pushed through such blatant changes in industry, infrastructure and mega projects such as Istanbul Airport, Istanbul Sea Canal, Turkish Airlines as a global brand as it has now and it will continue with new military technology and exports.
Then hopefully the civilian industry will also come into play for Turkish products as a seal of quality Made in Turkey.

 

[Altay_TR]

Bangladesh is reportedly in talks with the Turkish company Otokar for the purchase of 26 light tanks to strengthen its armored units. Accordingly, deliveries are planned to be made in 2025.

The Bangladesh army needs armored vehicles that are compatible with terrain conditions, have high mobility and effective firepower. Light tanks, which stand out with their fast maneuverability and low weight, and vehicles suitable for the region's heavy rainfall and rugged geography, respond to these needs. This purchase by Bangladesh is considered as a step that will both increase its defense power and increase its deterrence capacity in the region.

Altay, the main battle tank developed by the Turkish Defense Industry, is said to be unsuitable for Bangladesh, considering its weight of approximately 65 tons and its terrain. The Arma 8x8 vehicle, which weighs about 19 tons, is also not preferred because it is wheeled.

Otokar's Tulpar light tank draws attention with its advanced technology and high mobility.

It has a low weight that provides high mobility in difficult terrain conditions. With its 105 millimeter cannon and modern fire control system, it offers effective attack and defense capability. It can perform missions with its armor system that can be changed according to the terrain and threat level. With its diesel engine and advanced suspension system, it has the ability to move in all terrain conditions. It provides advantages in the field with its advanced communication, target detection and tracking systems.

Bangladesh is reportedly interested in the integration of the 120-millimeter Hitfact Mk2 turret produced by the Italian company Leonardo into the TULPAR armored vehicle.

With this integration, TULPAR combines high mobility and superior protection features with the high firepower of HITFACT.

The TULPAR light tank is equipped with a 720 horsepower engine and steel tracks with rubber bumpers.