Turkish defense company SYS secures $3.1M deal with Brazilian army
CANiK M2 QCB (Canik Arms)
Samsun Yurt Savunma Sanayi (SYS), a Turkish light weapons manufacturer, was selected to supply 200 units of the M2HB Quick Change Barrel (QCB) 12.7×99 mm NATO standard heavy machine guns to the Brazilian Army, valued at $3.1 million.
This potential deal marks a significant milestone for a Turkish defense company in Brazil.
Why it matters
This deal highlights Türkiye’s growing presence in the global defense industry, particularly in Latin America. It reflects the increasing demand for Turkish defense equipment and expertise in markets like Brazil, an important regional player.
Details
- Contract details: The deal, which has not been finalized yet, involves the supply of 200 M2HB QCB 12.7 mm NATO-standard machine guns. These will be used to arm remote-controlled and manually operated weapon stations on wheeled armored vehicles.
- Brazil’s requirements: The Brazilian Army plans to equip its Guarani 6×6 and Guaicurus 4×4 vehicles with ARES REMAX 3 and WE Platt MR550 weapon stations. Additional MR550s and ARES REMAN manual stations will also be added.
- Technical visit: A technical visit to SYS is planned for March 2025 by the Brazilian Army’s Logistics Command.
- Tender process: On September 18, 2024, the Brazilian Army issued a Request for Quotation (RFQ) for the 200 M2HB QCBs, with SYS competing against manufacturers like FN Herstal, Aquila International, and Ohio Ordnance Works.
- Strategic importance: If completed, this contract would be a breakthrough for SYS in the Latin American market, boosting Türkiye’s defense industry presence.
Zoom in
If finalized, this deal would mark one of the first major defense contracts for SYS in Brazil, illustrating Türkiye’s increasing role in the global defense sector and opening the door for future partnerships in the region.
Zoom out
Brazil’s selection of SYS signals a broader shift in the global defense market, where emerging economies are diversifying their sources for military equipment. This deal could lead to more collaborations between Türkiye and Latin American nations, further enhancing Türkiye’s influence in the region.
