ŞAHİ-209 is the first potential indigenous and national super system developed by Turkey using local resources. This system, focused on electromagnetic gun (EMT), catapult technology, and advanced systems, achieves hypersonic firing speeds reaching 6 times the speed of sound, using electricity instead of explosives. It features low radar cross-section power projectiles, advanced logistics, and capacity capabilities. With range capacities of 10 km and 50 km, ŞAHİ-209 emerges as an effective alternative in both defense and offense. ŞAHİ-209 represents a significant step in Turkey's defense technology, developed by Urban Defense Industry Ltd. Co. This system is dedicated to electromagnetic guns (EMT), advanced catapults, and high-tech systems.

Historical Development

• 1972-1985 Period: Technological development in Turkey began with the production of pulse power sources and continued with the emergence of electronic-controlled switching high current results in 1985.
• 2008 and Beyond: The conceptual model of ŞAHİ-209 was laid with the production of the first prototype.

Technical Specifications

• EMT Projectile: These projectiles, with a low radar cross-section, are difficult to detect and have high recording power.
• Launch System: Using electricity instead of explosives provides a much cheaper firing cost compared to gunpowder systems.
• Firing Speed: Capable of firing at hypersonic speeds, six times the speed of sound.

Areas of Use

• Land and coastal defense batteries
• Mobile platforms
• Ship-mounted guns

System Advantages

• Logistical Ease: The use of electricity instead of explosives provides convenience in logistical systems.
• Operational Security: Provides high security in storage and staging.
• Cost Effectiveness: Cheaper firing cost compared to conventional gunpowder systems.

ŞAHİ-209 Blocks

• Block1: 1-megajoule pulsed power source and a range capacity of 10 km.
• Block2: Effective at a 50 km range with a 10-megajoule pulsed power source and a length of 7 meters.

Future Potential

ŞAHİ-209 serves as an effective alternative in defense and offense against systems globally considered concerning in the field of hypersonic weapons. It operates at the current system level, offering continuous and logistical advantages.

Operating Principles

The system launches ammunition at very high speeds using high current production capability, allowing it to exceed six times the speed of sound.