Turkish military enhances air defence with Korkut systems VIDEO

The Turkish Armed Forces have officially integrated ASELSAN’s Korkut air defence systems into their arsenal.

SavunmaSanayiST.com shared on social media platform X that the Turkish Army has completed the inspection and acceptance of both command and control vehicles and low-altitude air defence units equipped with Korkut systems, Caliber.Az reports.

🔴Türk Kara Kuvvetleri tarafından Alçak İrtifa Hava Savunma (Korkut) Komuta Kontrol ve Silah Sistemi araçlarının muayene ve kabul faaliyetleri tamamlanmıştır.  

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The Korkut air defence system is renowned for its advanced capabilities, particularly its use of 35mm anti-aircraft guns. Designed to counter advanced aerial threats such as air-to-surface missiles, cruise missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), Korkut's high mobility is enhanced by its integration into Otokar's ARMA 8x8 armoured vehicle.

Specifically tailored for the protection of mobile and mechanized units, the Korkut system operates in teams consisting of three weapon system vehicles and one command and control vehicle. The Korkut utilizes specialized 35mm ammunition developed by ASELSAN, providing an effective defence against a variety of aerial threats.

ASELSAN, based in Ankara, Türkiye, is a leading defence company specializing in the development and production of advanced military technology for land, air, and sea forces. As one of the primary contractors for the Turkish Armed Forces, ASELSAN is ranked 48th among global defence companies by revenue, according to Defense News.