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Operational Purpose and Role
ALKAR 81 mm is designed to deliver rapid, accurate, and mobile indirect fire support at platoon, company, and battalion levels. The system’s primary role is to engage enemy infantry, light vehicles, and area targets beyond direct line of sight. Thanks to its automation and digital fire control, ALKAR significantly reduces sensor-to-shooter time compared to conventional mortar systems.
Doctrine and Concept of Use
ALKAR is optimized for shoot-and-scoot operations, especially when mounted on tactical wheeled or tracked vehicles. This enables mortar units to fire missions and rapidly relocate before enemy counter-battery fire can be executed. The system is equally suitable for fixed or semi-fixed defensive positions, forward operating bases, and temporary fire support nodes.
Platform Architecture
The system consists of:
Its open and modular architecture allows integration with higher-level command and control networks.
Survivability and Protection Concept
By minimizing recoil loads and reducing firing preparation time, ALKAR enhances platform survivability. The extremely short displacement time allows rapid repositioning, reducing vulnerability to counter-battery detection and engagement.
Accuracy, Reaction Time, and Engagement Process
Automatic barrel laying combined with inertial positioning enables high first-round hit probability. Ballistic solutions are computed digitally and updated in real time using meteorological data. Reaction time from mission receipt to first round is typically under one minute.
Integrated Systems and Ecosystem
ALKAR can be integrated with:
This integration supports coordinated, network-enabled fire missions.
Variants, Blocks, and Modernization
Publicly available sources indicate a primary 81 mm configuration. Platform-specific integration variants exist, but block improvements or future versions have not been officially disclosed.
Operational Use and Inventory
ALKAR has been presented for operational use by Turkish land forces and for export markets. Exact deployment numbers and operational units are not publicly disclosed.
Detailed Technical Information
Weapon and Barrel
Performance
Traverse and Elevation
Traverse: ± 3,200 mils
Elevation: 800 – 1,500 mils
Automatic and manual firing modes
Sensors and Positioning
Fire Control and Ballistics
Ammunition Compatibility
Command, Control, and Data Links
Mobility and Deployment
Crew and Operation
Frequently Asked Questions
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