ENGEREK-M01 is designed to support Forward Air Controllers (FAC/JTAC), special operations units, and ground forces by enabling precise terminal laser illumination for air-delivered precision-guided munitions.

Operational Purpose and Role

The system provides terminal laser designation for:

• Laser-guided bombs deployed from fixed-wing aircraft
• Laser-guided missiles launched from helicopters or UAVs
• Ground-launched laser-guided munitions

In modern network-centric warfare, coordinates alone may not ensure precision against moving or time-sensitive targets. ENGEREK-M01 ensures high terminal accuracy by actively illuminating the target during the final attack phase.

Doctrine and Concept of Use

ENGEREK-M01 operates within three primary operational frameworks:

Joint Air-Ground Operations

• Deployed by JTAC/FAC teams near the forward line.
• PRF codes are synchronized with incoming aircraft.
• Semi-active laser seekers lock onto reflected laser energy.

Special Forces Operations

• Man-portable configuration allows deep insertion missions.
• Suitable for high-value target designation with minimal signature.

Platform Integration

• Can be integrated with ground vehicles.
• Compatible with fire control and electro-optical targeting systems.

System Architecture

ENGEREK-M01 consists of:

• Laser Designator Unit
• Line-of-Sight Targeting Camera
• Spot Imaging Camera

Laser Subsystem

Diode-pumped Nd:YAG laser technology

• Athermal, no active cooling required
• Pulse energy: >80 mJ
• NATO STANAG 3733 Band I & II PRF compatibility

This ensures interoperability with a wide range of NATO-standard laser-guided munitions.

Engagement Process

• Target detection via optical system
• PRF code selection
• Coordination with air platform
• Terminal laser illumination
• Munition seeker homes onto reflected energy

Exact reaction times are not publicly disclosed.

Compatible Munitions

ENGEREK-M01 is compatible with semi-active laser-guided munitions including:

• Paveway series
• AGM-114 Hellfire
• M712 Copperhead
• CİRİT

Its NATO-compliant coding architecture ensures broad international interoperability.

Survivability and Environmental Durability

• MIL-STD-810G compliant
• Operating temperature: -20°C to +55°C
• Storage temperature: -40°C to +70°C
• Athermal laser design ensures thermal stability

As a non-RF emitting system, it presents a lower electronic signature compared to radar-based systems.

Advantages and Limitations

Advantages

• Single-soldier portable
• Wide munition compatibility
• No cooling requirement
  • 10 km designation capability

Limitations

• Requires line-of-sight
• Performance affected by heavy fog, dust, or precipitation
• Requires compatible laser-guided munitions

Detailed Technical Specifications

Dimensions and Weight

• Main unit: 6 kg
• Dimensions: 215 × 320 × 135 mm
• Spot camera: 1.5 kg
• Spot camera dimensions: 86 × 260 × 68 mm

Laser Characteristics

• Type: Diode-pumped Nd:YAG
• Pulse energy: >80 mJ
• Cooling: Athermal, passive
• NATO STANAG 3733 Band I & II compliant

Designation Range

• Against tank-sized targets:
  • 6 km
  • 10 km under favorable conditions

Sensors and Imaging

Line-of-Sight Camera

• Used for detection and tracking

Spot Imaging Camera

• Field of view:

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