Turkish defense industry unveils new smart ammunition at SAHA Expo
The Turkish defense industry has developed the Skywolf Smart Ammunition Family for the armed unmanned aerial vehicles. (AA Photo)
The Turkish defense industry is set to showcase its latest innovation, the Skywolf Smart Ammunition Family’s global positioning system aided munition (GAM), during SAHA EXPO 2024, an international defense, aerospace and space industry fair.
Developed to enhance the combat capabilities of Turkish armed drones, Skywolf promises increased firepower and longer range, with an eye on export markets.
GAM ammunition family: Advanced capabilities and modular design
The Skywolf Smart Ammunition Family offers three versions with range capabilities of 20, 40, and over 80 kilometers. Designed for use with unmanned combat aerial vehicles (UCAV) and fixed-wing aircraft, each variant carries a 16-kilogram (35.2 pounds) warhead and features advanced inertial navigation system(INS)/global positioning system(GPS) guidance systems for precise strikes against both stationary and moving targets.
The modular design allows customization based on mission requirements, with interchangeable seeker heads and warheads. The GAM-D model includes a propulsion system for increased range and loitering capabilities, providing operators greater tactical flexibility.
GAM-X: Extra firepower for armored targets
The family’s most powerful member, GAM-X (Extra), is engineered for use against heavily armored or fortified targets. Equipped with a significantly larger warhead, GAM-X delivers superior penetration and destructive capability, setting a new benchmark in smart ammunition technology.
Operational superiority, flexible deployment
With its 2-3 times stronger warheads and wider engagement envelope compared to its global counterparts, the GAM family is expected to have a wide impact on the battlefield. The system supports both single-use and swarm deployment, offering “fire-and-forget” functionality and the option for man-in-the-loop control, allowing real-time target updates.
