BMC READY TO MAKE A DIFFERENCE AT SAHA EXPO 2024 WITH ITS MILITARY VEHICLES AND ENGINES

22.10.2024

BMC, one of the leading military vehicle manufacturers in Türkiye, presents its military vehicles and engines developed by BMC POWER with 100% Turkish engineering at the SAHA EXPO International Defense & Aerospace Exhibition to be held in Istanbul between October 22-26, 2024.

BMC, the export leader among Turkish Defence Industry Land Vehicle Manufacturers for two consecutive years, will exhibit at SAHA EXPO 2024 KİRPİ II, the improved version of KİRPİ, which has developed with independent suspension and the latest technologies, ALTUĞ, which offers multi-mission capability on a single platform with its modular roof concept, VURAN, which has a domestic engine and stands out with its high protection, maneuverability and integration of different weapon systems, and HOWITZER 8x8, which has the ability to prepare for firing or change position in 2 minutes with its high ballistic protection cabin and ammunition cabinets, and the New Generation FIRTINA Howitzer, one of the most important firepower of the Turkish Armed Forces in the field.

In addition, the 400 hp TUNA developed by BMC POWER with 100% Turkish engineering, the 600 hp marine engine LEVEND developed for marine vehicles and the 1500 hp BATU will also be presented to the visitors at SAHA EXPO. Signing ceremonies will be organized for the LEVEND and Blue BATU marine engines, which BMC Power continues to develop for the blue homeland.

VEHICLES TO BE EXHIBITED AT SAHA EXPO 2024

KİRPİ II - Mine Resistant Ambush Vehicle

The improved version of KİRPİ, which has become a legend with its superior level of protection in the mine resistant ambush vehicle class, features an independent suspension system. Developed in addition to its high protection features, the KİRPİ II continues to lead its class in both handling and passenger comfort. The KİRPİ II stands out with its monocoque type armored cabin and special armored windows, shock-absorber seats, weapon station and emergency exit hatch features, as well as many mission-oriented equipment (CBRN protection system, shooting range target detection system, automatic fire extinguishing system, intercom system, anti-jamming reinforcement system, etc.) and a specially designed explosives reconnaissance and disposal robot arm version.

ALTUĞ 8x8 - Armored Personnel Carrier

The ALTUĞ 8x8 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (with a 35 millimeter gun turret) and Armored Personnel Carrier (with a 12.7 millimeter gun turret) have been designed to meet all the needs of the conventional and asymmetric battlefield in its class. A high localization rate of up to 80 percent is targeted for the ALTUĞ 8x8 series vehicles. In addition to the domestic and national axle equipment in all versions of the vehicles, studies are underway to use domestic engines in the 8x8 and 6x6 versions with 12.7 millimeter gun turrets.

Capable of carrying all types of weapons from 7.62 to 120 millimeters, ALTUĞ 8x8 offers superior protection against mines and improvised explosive devices. ALTUĞ can carry a payload of up to 8 tons. With its removable and replaceable vehicle roof concept, ALTUĞ offers “multi-mission capability on a single platform”, and operates with advanced maneuverability thanks to its 4-axle steering.

HOWITZER 8x8

  • Cabinets and ammunition cabinets with high ballistic protection
  • 675 HP powerful engine with high traction and speeds up to 80 km/h
  • Hydraulically controlled rear spur and front legs
  • Manual or automatic loading
  • 1228 millirem elevation, 302 millirem lateral weapon mobility
  • High maneuverability on 60% gradient and 30% side slope with 8x8 traction system
  • 24 ammunition carrying capacity
  • 2 minutes to prepare for firing or change position

FIRTINA NEW GENERATION T-155 SELF-PROPELLED HOWITZER

The New Generation FIRTINA Howitzer, which can reach speeds of up to 65 kilometers per hour, can pass through trenches 2.8 meters wide and water 1.5 meters deep. The New Generation FIRTINA Howitzer features a new turret design with ammunition air conditioning sections, a fully electric and servo-controlled turret mounting system, an improved fire control system, increased rate of fire and an extended effective range. The electrically operated and electronically controlled automatic ammunition loading system in its previous version has been upgraded to fully automatic in the New Generation FIRTINA Howitzer. The New Generation FIRTINA Howitzer, which has also gained the ability to fire visually for self-protection, has many new features, including ASELSAN's 12.7 mm SARP RCWS (Remote Controlled Stabilized Weapon System).

VURAN 4x4 - Multi-Purpose Armored Vehicle

Featuring a 9-person carrying capacity, high protection and advanced maneuverability, VURAN 4x4 provides high protection against mine and ballistic threats thanks to its monocoque-type armored cabin and shock-absorber seats.

ABOUT THE ENGINES TO BE EXHIBITED BY BMC POWER

TUNA

  • 4 Cylinder In-Line Type
  • 8.4 L Swept Volume
  • 400 HP Power
  • Actively used in VURAN 4x4 military vehicles.

LEVEND

  • 6 Cylinder In-Line Type
  • 4-Stroke Diesel Engine Technology
  • 12 L Turbocharger and Air Cooling Aspiration System
  •  Common Rail Injection Type and Water Cooled Structure

BATU

  • 12 Cylinder – V type Engine
  • 27.3 L Swept Volume
  • 1500 HP Power
  • 6x2 Cross Drive Transmission