In 2023, Türkiye’s defense industry marked a year of breakthroughs. New land, air, and naval projects strengthened the nation’s independence and global presence.

In 2023, Türkiye’s defense industry achieved historic milestones across land, air, and naval platforms, strengthening independence and boosting global exports.

BMC Defense plans to begin mass production of the New Altay tank in 2025, featuring an indigenous power pack undergoing rigorous durability tests.

ASELSAN’s AKKOR Active Protection System has been integrated into the Altay Tank, placing Türkiye among the few nations with this advanced technology.

Developed for the Turkish Armed Forces, the New Altay tank will undergo 6,000 comprehensive tests before entering mass production, ensuring battlefield reliability.

The Altay main battle tank is equipped with domestically produced MKE weapons and ammunition, featuring a 120 mm L/55 gun that delivers greater firepower and durability.

Marking a historic milestone in national tank production after 80 years, the Altay is equipped with a 1500-horsepower engine and advanced indigenous protection systems.

At the delivery ceremony of the new Altay tank to the TSK, President Erdoğan highlighted its advanced, resilient, and indigenous features as symbols of Türkiye’s defense vision.