Turkish-engineered KORKUT air defence system showcases night-time firepower VIDEO

The KORKUT air defence system, developed by Turkish engineers, has successfully demonstrated its night-time operational capabilities, firing 1,200 rounds per minute with ATOM smart 35mm ammunition.

In a recent live-fire exercise, the self-propelled anti-aircraft system illuminated the night sky as it engaged targets with precision, underscoring its effectiveness in countering low-altitude aerial threats, Caliber.Az reports.

Türk mühendisler tarafından üretilen, Milli üretim Korkut Hava Savunma Sistemi. 🇹🇷

Dakikada 1.200 mermi atım hızına ulaşan KORKUT, 35mm Akıllı mühimmat Atom atışı yapmaktadır. pic.twitter.com/6JW3f4axx0

— Sanayi ve Savunma 🇹🇷 (@SanayiSavunmaTR) May 23, 2025

KORKUT stands as one of the flagship projects of Türkiye's national defence industry, designed to protect key assets and military units from air attacks. The system’s performance in the exercise highlights its advanced targeting capabilities and its role in strengthening Türkiye's short-range air defence infrastructure.

By Sabina Mammadli