Turkish UAV launches homegrown cruise missile Cakir successfully

Türkiye showcases defense capabilities with Roketsan’s Cakir cruise missile, effectively deployed from Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles

The Cakir cruise missile, developed by Roketsan, was successfully launched from Turkish unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), showcasing Türkiye’s power in the defense industry. 

This event highlighted Türkiye’s progress in defense technologies and domestic production capabilities.

Cakir missile stands out with its ability to effectively hit land and sea targets.

This missile, which is Roketsan’s state-of-the-art product, reinforces Türkiye’s leading position in the defense industry.

With a range of more than 150 kilometers (93 miles), the missile is designed to be launched from fixed and rotary-wing aircraft, assault drones, tactical land vehicles, and naval platforms.

Besides land, air, and marine targets, it can also target those in caves.

It also offers real-time mission flexibility, allowing in-flight route updates, target changes or mission cancellations. 

This feature provides flexibility and efficiency in military operations.

Türkiye’s success attracts attention not only in the national defense industry but also in the international arena. 

The successful testing of the Cakir missile demonstrates the technological self-sufficiency of the Turkish defense industry and its competitiveness in the international market.

The development of such domestic products contributes to the country’s progress in the defense industry and economic growth.

Source: Newsroom & AA

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