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That IIR/TV looks very different from earlier models.
Perhaps a cheaper seeker that is good enough for mam L and other rather short range cheap weapons maybe even for cirit then we would have an equal to APKWS II
Perhaps a cheaper seeker that is good enough for mam L and other rather short range cheap weapons maybe even for cirit then we would have an equal to APKWS II
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I don't want to be overly critical. Aselsan makes excellent subsystems. but the build quality of the airframe itself needs to be improved by Baykar. To the level you see with TAI's KAAN prototype.
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Eh, it's Baykar mate, I would reserve judgement until we see an actual serial production model if I were you. They've always been "move fast and break things" kind of prototype builders. Even now, these latest prototypes have improved compared to earlier ones.
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And perhaps test every six months?
When Baykar promised to start production in 2026 I was skeptical. I am really a big fan of their agile methodologies. It was just early 2023 when Kızılelma had its first flight. After that time Baykar upgraded their Ukrainian engine 2 times I guess, used first time AESA radar, Karat and Toygun. It is unbelievable for a country producing these techs first time. It is really a big joy to listening their promises since we know that they will keep it as much as possible. And one more last good thing is about Aselsan. They are unseen heroes on the stage.
So I think in the big picture of Kızılelma milestones, Baykar is about to complete first milestone which will be first version of Kızılema. I am curious what we will see in the Kızılelma B and Kızılelma C. Previously they mentioned about dual engines and supersonic capabilities but I guess Baykar will make more surprises.
So I think in the big picture of Kızılelma milestones, Baykar is about to complete first milestone which will be first version of Kızılema. I am curious what we will see in the Kızılelma B and Kızılelma C. Previously they mentioned about dual engines and supersonic capabilities but I guess Baykar will make more surprises.
