“The tanks' production will be mostly indigenous,” he added. He also stressed the number of industries and companies to be involved in the tanks’ production, in electronics and software, fire control and stabilization systems, barrel and material technology, ammunition technology engines, and transmission technologies. “The project will play an important role in the armored vehicle sector and will make significant contributions to companies and subsidiary industries,” he added. He said the decision was made to start contract negotiations for Altay’s engine development project with Istanbul-based armored vehicle manufacturer BMC. Ismail Demir spoke exclusively to Anadolu Agency at the Eurasia Airshow in Antalya, the Turkish Mediterranean - held under the auspices of the Turkish Presidency – where the agency is the Global Communication Partner.ĭemir stated they target delivery of the tank within 18 months, with mass production to start with 250 units, adding that the production will be very fast. Turkey’s new Altay main battle tanks, whose manufacturer was just decided in a bid, will be produced very quickly and mostly within Turkey, said the head of the Defense Industries Secretariat on Thursday.
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