Zitat:ASELSAN Modernises E-7T AEW&C Aircraft
24 Jul 2024, 08:22 1 min

Air E/W Modernisation
ASELSAN Modernises E-7T AEW&C Aircraft
TUSAŞ has announced the maiden flight of the E-7T Peace Eagle AEW&C aircraft modernised with ASELSAN's ESM/ELINT systems. The modernisation carried out by ASELSAN replaced the Israeli EL/L-8382 system, and the maiden flight was made in June 2024, according to TUSAŞ magazine's 137th issue. Following the ESM/ELINT system localisation, the E-7T aircraft will additionally receive a more comprehensive modernisation.

E-7T is one of the backbones of Turkiye's situational awareness, with its long-range radar and onboard ESM/ELINT systems performing detection and providing information to all forces. The modernisation of ESM/ELINT capability with locally made systems is important, as well as the freedom of modifications and single libraries that can be formed without the risk of foreign observation.

E-7 is also used by the ROK (as Peace Eye) and Australia (as E-7A Wedgetail). The aircraft will serve as an interim replacement for the ageing E-3 Sentry during the AFSC family of systems development as the future NATO AEW&C platforms.

Zitat:Gökdoğan and Bozdoğan AAMs Enter the Inventory
29 Jul 2024, 03:36 2 mins

Weapon / Missile
Gökdoğan and Bozdoğan AAMs Enter the Inventory
Turkish Minister of Industry and Technology Mehmet Fatih Kacır has announced the entry of Turkiye's indigenous air-to-air missiles to the inventory at TUBİTAK's 61 anniversary. Turkish Defence Ministry has not made any statement yet. The introduction might be revealed on a routine Thursday press briefing.

TÜBİTAK SAGE has developed Gökdoğan and Bozdoğan AAMs, marking a significant step towards ending Turkiye's dependence on U.S.-made AIM-120 AMRAAM and AIM-9 Sidewinder missiles used on F-16 fighters. This indigenous development not only enhances Turkiye's self-reliance in defence technology but also strengthens its strategic position in the region.

The Gökdoğan BVRAAM, equipped with an active radar seeker and a range of 100 km, represents a significant leap in missile technology. Its use of a laser proximity fuse with sensors around the missile to increase resistance against jamming in the terminal phase is a testament to its advanced design. Bozdoğan WVRAAM is significantly larger and faster than AIM-9 missiles.

The missile weighs 140 kg and reaches a speed of more than Mach 4, whereas AIM-9X weighs 85 kg and reaches a speed of Mach 2.5. In addition to the F-16, the missiles will be used on other combat aircraft like KAAN fighter and KIZILELMA unmanned fighter. ASELSAN will also use the missiles on its new air defence systems:

GÜRZ hybrid air defence system

GÖKSUR PDMS (Bozdoğan)

GÖKDEMİR medium-range air defence system (Gökdoğan and alternatively Bozdoğan)

Following the two missiles, TÜBİTAK SAGE's former Director, Gürcan Okumuş, initiated the Gökhan liquid fuel ramjet-powered air-to-air missile to have a longer range and better kinematic performance than Gökdoğan

(01.08.2024, 11:37)Grolanner schrieb: Kommt das nur mir so vor, als würden die Türken quasi wöchentlich neue Systeme entwickeln und einführen?
Gefühlt zumindest mehr, als vom Rest der Welt öffentlich wird.

Bei der Schlagzahl stellt sich mir die Frage, ob "das Zeug auch was taugt", mal abseits von den Drohnen, oder ob das nur Publicity für die Allmachtsfantasien eines gewissen Herren ist.

Meine Erfahrungen mit Arbeit in der Türkei sind begrenzt und auch durchwachsen, aber auf Grund derer kann ich mir nicht vorstellen, dass diese Systeme auch wirklich (alle) performant sind.

(01.08.2024, 13:58)Ottone schrieb: Wobei man sich auch darüber klar sein muss, dass die türkische Rüstungsindustrie sehr bemüht ist die besten Absolventen für sich zu gewinnen, mit Erfolg soweit mir bekannt.

(01.08.2024, 11:37)Grolanner schrieb: Kommt das nur mir so vor, als würden die Türken quasi wöchentlich neue Systeme entwickeln und einführen?
Gefühlt zumindest mehr, als vom Rest der Welt öffentlich wird.

Bei der Schlagzahl stellt sich mir die Frage, ob "das Zeug auch was taugt", mal abseits von den Drohnen, oder ob das nur Publicity für die Allmachtsfantasien eines gewissen Herren ist.

Meine Erfahrungen mit Arbeit in der Türkei sind begrenzt und auch durchwachsen, aber auf Grund derer kann ich mir nicht vorstellen, dass diese Systeme auch wirklich (alle) performant sind.

Zitat:Ich glaube, das ist tatsächlich so ein Wahrnehmungsding. In der Türkei wird halt jeder kleine Schritt groß gefeiert und natürlich propagandistisch ausgeschlachtet. Das sind wir in Deutschland so nicht gewohnt. Hier gibt es zwar auch Meldungen über "Meilensteine", aber die bleiben dann innerhalb der Community und werden halt zur Kenntnis genommen. Nur mal so für den Vergleich: Kannst du dir Vorstellen, dass Kanzler Scholz oder Präsident Steinmeier alle paar Wochen zu Airbus, in eine Werft oder sonst wohon fahren, um da irgendwelche halbfertigen Bauteile zu signieren? Erdogan macht das ständig. Da kann schnell der Eindruck entstehen, dass auch tatsächlich viel passieren würden.

Zitat:Turkiye Considers Acquiring RAF's Second-Hand C-130
08 Aug 2024, 12:24 2 mins

Air
Turkiye Considers Acquiring RAF's Second-Hand C-130
The Turkish Air Force is planning to procure transport aircraft to meet its air transportation needs. According to information obtained by TurDef, significant progress has been made in this regard with the United Kingdom. The aircraft to be purchased to meet the needs of the Turkish Air Force have been reflected in public opinion for various reasons.

According to information obtained by TurDef, the priority of the Air Force is the various types of C-130 Hercules aircraft in the possession of the Royal Air Force. Although the transport capacity of these aircraft is not greater than alternative aircraft, their maintenance and logistics costs are much lower, and the flight hours of the aircraft in question are also low. Authorities noted that the United Kingdom is also very close to cooperation in this regard.

Zitat:HİSAR-O 100 Air Defence System Gets a Range Upgrade
15 Aug 2024, 02:46 2 mins

Weapon / Missile Sensors
HİSAR-O 100 Air Defence System Gets a Range Upgrade
ASELSAN CEO Ahmet Akyol has announced a series of upgrades on the HİSAR-O 100 medium-range air defence system on his X account. Akyol has listed the upgrades on performance, communication, and electronics as:
• 40+ km interception range (Formerly 25+ km)

• Extended radar range

• Improved RF and IIR seekers for the missiles

• Capability to use two different missiles on one launcher at the same time

• New generation ad hoc communication system

When the firing test of the upgraded HİSAR-O 100 is inspected, there seems to be no change in the size of the missiles, suggesting that an improvement has been made on the rocket engine. The range improvements will likely be seen on the HİSAR-D RF naval air defence missile, the SİPER Block 1 long-range missile and the short-range HİSAR-A missile. The first two missiles are already based on the HİSAR-O RF missile while the last has a similar propulsion section.

(15.08.2024, 21:47)Skywalker schrieb: Hisar O hat ein Upgrade erhalten ...

Zitat:ASELSAN's SARP RCWS Gains C-UAS Capability
29 Aug 2024, 09:59 1 min

Simulator / AI / Drill/ Software Unmanned Systems
ASELSAN's SARP RCWS Gains C-UAS Capability
ASELSAN's SARP line of RCWS will receive C-UAS capability with AI-powered targeting algorithms. A video shared by ASELSAN's X account shows a SARP RCWS with a 12.7 mm machine gun tracking a small UAV.

Additionally, 40x53 mm ATOM airburst grenades are demonstrated against UAVs (both rotary and fixed wing) and indoor targets. ATOM 40x53 mm is used by ASELSAN's hard-kill ŞAHİN C-UAS system that works in conjunction with the İHTAR jammer.

Giving SARP RCWS systems C-UAS capability is an important step in spreading defences throughout the armed forces at a lower cost and faster pace. This is because SARP is widespread in the Turkish Armed Forces service onboard 4x4 vehicles, MBTs, and bases.

This can also raise the export potential of SARP with the proven practice of shooting down slow-flying UAVs with machine guns being refined by automation. Besides SARP, ASELSAN's STAMP family of naval RCWS might soon be able to fight UAV attacks on ships.

Zitat:Modernized M60T tanks are delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces
by Abdihakim KALALE September 16, 2024
Modernized M60T tanks are delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces
M60T Main Battle Tank (Image: ASELSAN)

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The Land Forces Command has successfully completed the acceptance activities of various modernized M60T tanks that increase the defense power of the Turkish Armed Forces. With the modernization process in question, the combat and operational capabilities of tanks have increased significantly. Within the scope of modernization, the existing systems of the tanks were reconsidered, and improvements were made to provide better performance in modern warfare conditions.



The modernization stated in the information shared by the Ministry of National Defense after the Weekly Press Briefing meeting is expected to make a great contribution to the operational capacity of the Turkish Armed Forces. On the other hand, the aim of the modernization is to update the technological infrastructure of the tanks. This step by the Land Forces Command is considered an important step towards achieving the strategic goals of the Turkish Armed Forces, especially in the field. Modernized tanks play an important role in increasing the effectiveness of the Turkish military in the region.

Zitat:Çakır Cruise Missile Joins Barbaros Coastal Defence System
25 Sep 2024, 10:53 2 mins

Weapon / Missile
Çakır Cruise Missile Joins Barbaros Coastal Defence System
ROKETSAN has revealed the land-based launcher of the Çakır compact cruise missile for the Barbaros Coastal Defence System.

The land-based launcher for Çakır uses the same erector unit as the land-based Atmaca anti-ship missile, mounted on an 8x8 truck. However, thanks to Çakır's smaller size, each truck can carry six missiles.

Land-based Çakır will use a rocket booster as it isn't air-launched in this case. Like Atmaca, Çakır has RF and IIR seeker options, with a hybrid R