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16/01/2023

Don't be fooled by military power lists, they don't tell the whole story.

Many people look to military power lists to determine how strong a nation's military is. These rankings place nations according to their personnel numbers, stockpile of weapons and equipment, and spending on defence. It's understandable why these lists are so well-liked. They offer a quick, quantita...

15/01/2023

AI is revolutionising the way wars are fought and won.

Artificial intelligence (AI) has been all the rage in recent years, with self driving cars and programs such as ChatGPT revolutionising the world. The defence industry is one sector that has undergone major improvements in AI technology. AI is being utilised to expand the capabilities of militaries....

14/01/2023

Türkiye's jet-powered aircraft programs are set to shake things up in the military aviation industry.

Two years ago, Turkiye's defence industry garnered worldwide recognition for the performance of its weapon systems in Syria, Libya and the Nagorno-Karabakh conflict. Now, Turkiye is attempting to leap into the big league with four simultaneous fixed-wing jet-powered aircraft programs. Under the lead...

09/01/2023

Türk Havacılık ve Uzay Sanayii has conducted a test flight of a scale model of the Anka 3 unmanned bomber. The first full-scale prototype is expected to fly in March or April.

08/01/2023

Latest photo of Türkiye's TFX

14/12/2022

Kızılelma unmanned fighter performs its first flight.

12/12/2022

TEI unveils its TEI-TF10000 engine which will likely power future models of the Baykar Kızılelma and the elusive Turkish Aerospace TİSU stealth bomber drone. The TEI-TF10000 is an upgraded variant of the TEI-TF6000 which will generate 10000 lbf with the use of an afterburner.

23/11/2022

The first images of the Turkish Fighter (TF-X) prototype have been revealed.

23/11/2022

First prototype of the TF-X 5th gen fighter is in production and will be revealed later today.

“The TF-X Turkish Stealth Fighter prototype is on the final assembly line. Post in thread 'TF-X Fighter & Trainer Aircraft Projects' Read More: https://t.co/mlOZqHYONN ”

25/10/2022

A Turkish official has confirmed that both missiles will be part of Turkey's coastal defence network.

Tensions are higher than ever in the Mediterranean and Aegean seas. As a result, coastal defences can no longer be overlooked. In a recent interview on CNN Turk, Roketsan CEO Murat Ikinci stated, "Atmaca and Cakir cruise missiles will be used together in coastal defence". Indicating that truck-based...

18/10/2022

Video: Turkey tests it's new Tayfun ballistic missile

In a surprise move, Turkey has test fired a missile which was kept hidden until now. Called Tayfun (Typhoon), the new missile is a short range ballistic missile (SRBM). Built by Roketsan, it joins a growing family of longer range solutions for the Turkish Armed Forces. https://www.youtube.com/watch?...

30/09/2022

Armenia must realise the futility of arms purchases

In light of Armenia's recent clashes with its neighbour Azerbaijan, India has inked a sizable export order for missiles, rockets, and ammunition. Earlier this month, a number of contracts for the delivery of weapons and ammunition to Armenia were signed. The Pinaka multi-barrel rocket launchers, whi...

27/08/2022

Hint: range and payload

According to ASPI, Washington is open to supplying Northrop Grumman B-21 Raider strategic bombers to Australia. But why would Australia need such an expensive aircraft, and why aren't F-35s sufficient for Australian defence requirements? Washington has long been reluctant to export its bleeding edge...

27/08/2022

Later iterations of the Siper will be able to hunt missiles and aircraft that are over 150 kilometers away.

On the anniversary of the Battle of Malazgirt and the start of the Great Offensive, Turkey has test fired the Siper long-range air defence system. A collaboration between Aselsan and Roketsan, the Siper will be Turkey's longest range domestically produced air defence system. It was previously referr...

22/08/2022

The twin variant will have a combined fire rate of 1900 rounds per minute.

Canik has unveiled its long-awaited high rate of fire, heavy machine gun. Called the M2F, it joins the M2 QCB as part of Canik's 50 caliber family. Canik revealed on Monday that the M2F has passed its qualification tests and is ready for production. The Canik M2F has a much higher fire rate than the

21/08/2022

Russia adds another hypersonic weapon to its inventory, this time a ship-launched cruise missile.

On Saturday night, Russian Defence Minister Sergei Shoigu announced that Zircon hypersonic missiles are in service. He also stated that mass production is imminent. The 3M22 Zircon is a scramjet-powered hypersonic cruise missile. It is capable of speeds of up to Mach 9 and a reported range of 1,000....

19/08/2022

The project was started in 2020 and is expected to be implemented in upcoming vessels as well as serving as a replacement for worn Oto Melera 76mm naval guns.

MKE's 76mm naval cannon has passed sea trials. The project was initiated in 2020 due to concerns of extended delivery times and high costs associated with Leonardo Oto 76/62 cannons. The sea trials were conducted on board TCG Beykoz, a Burak-class corvette. It is expected that future Turkish vessels...

17/08/2022

The TEI-TF6000 could power the MIUS, an upcoming supersonic, stealth unmanned-fighter

The Turkish defence industry has been a major success story. Product quality rivals that of western counterparts while being produced for much cheaper. The range of solutions provided by the Turkish defence industry is impressive, to say the least. However, there is one major problem. Engines... Mor...

08/05/2022

Footage released today showing a Ukrainian TB2 targeting a Mi-8 helicopter

22/04/2022

Karaok, Turkey's Javelin equivalent, to be delivered this year

After witnessing the war in Ukraine, the effectiveness of man-portable ATGMs is unquestionable. Just like TB2s, Javelins have gained a cult like status. Within this year, Karaok, the Turkish equivalent of the Javelin, will be delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces. It's specifications are...

01/04/2022

has unveiled , its new cruise missile family.

20/03/2022

Ukrainian BTR-4 shooting Russian BTR-82A & T72B3 with its 30mm cannon.

12/03/2022

First prototype of Turkey's stealth unmanned fighter jet has been spotted. The MIUS, unlike other drones, will be able to find and destroy hostile aircraft, including fighters. Features such as its AESA radar, stealthy shape and canards for manoeuvrability suggest that it will be a formidable opponent not only for 4th gen fighter jets, but also for 5th gen fighters.

10/03/2022

The Ukrainian Military has released a new drone strike video. The vehicle being hit appears to be a BMD-2, operated by VDV airborne troops.

09/03/2022

The Air Force has received its first two T129 'ATAK' attack helicopters

04/03/2022

The Turkish Navy's first LHD, TCG Anadolu has been launched for sea acceptance tests. It will be capable of carrying dozens of armored vehicles, along with helicopters and the upcoming TB3.

28/02/2022

Another BUK destroyed by a TB2

27/02/2022

Drone strike on BUK air defence system

27/02/2022

The world's largest plane may have just been destroyed

For more on the Ukraine-Russia conflict: https://defencehub.live/threads/ukraine-russia-conflict.3279/page-166 -166184

27/02/2022

First drone strike video from Ukraine