BMC TAKES THE STAGE AT WORLD DEFENSE SHOW 2026 WITH ITS ARMORED VEHICLES!

                                                                                                                                                 08.02.2026

BMC SHOWCASES THE STRENGTH OF THE TURKISH DEFENSE INDUSTRY WITH ITS ARMOURED VEHICLES AT WORLD DEFENSE SHOW 2026

8-12 February 2026, Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

BMC, one of Türkiye’s leading military vehicle manufacturers, will present its armoured vehicles to visitors at World Defense Show 2026, to be held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, between 8 and 12 February 2026.

At one of the most prestigious global meeting points of the defense industry, BMC will showcase its ALTUĞ 8x8 and AMAZON 4x4 armoured vehicles, offering a combination of high protection levels, superior mobility, and versatile mission capabilities tailored to the modern battlefield.

ALTUĞ 8x8 stands out as a next-generation armoured combat vehicle developed by BMC in line with the needs of the armed forces of friendly and allied countries, adaptable to diverse operational requirements and mission concepts. Designed based on field-proven experience and BMC’s advanced engineering approach, ALTUĞ 8x8 is engineered to effectively respond to current and future challenges of both conventional and asymmetric warfare environments.

AMAZON 4x4, one of the key pillars of BMC’s success in armoured vehicle exports, has been designed to meet the demands of friendly and allied armed forces, particularly for internal security and rapid response missions. With its compact structure and wide mission spectrum, AMAZON 4x4 is preferred by security forces in various countries and stands among the key platforms supporting BMC’s brand strength and export performance in global markets, thanks to its capability to operate across diverse geographies and challenging terrain conditions.

According to data announced by the Turkish Defence and Aerospace Industry Exporters’ Association (SSI), BMC was awarded the 2025 Land Vehicles Export Award. With field-proven armoured vehicles such as KİRPİ, VURAN, and AMAZON, BMC continues to sustain its strong upward momentum in defense industry exports in a stable manner. Operating across different climates and geographies, BMC has become a preferred brand in international markets with its operational reliability and high mission success. With an export volume increasing year by year, BMC continues to make a significant contribution to the global competitiveness of the Turkish defense industry.

Through the armoured vehicles it will exhibit at World Defense Show 2026, BMC aims to once again demonstrate its domestic and national engineering infrastructure, advanced technological manufacturing capabilities, and expertise in integrated defense solutions on the international stage. With its extensive production experience and growing export performance, BMC seeks to further enhance the global visibility and impact of the Turkish defense industry.

THE VEHICLES ON DISPLAY

ALTUĞ 8x8 – TANK DESTROYER

The ALTUĞ 8x8 Tank Destroyer stands out as an armoured combat vehicle developed in line with the current requirements of conventional and asymmetric battlefields, combining high firepower and superior protection on a single platform. Capable of integrating various weapon systems ranging from 7.62 mm to 120 mm, the ALTUĞ 8x8 provides armoured units with high firepower in its Tank Destroyer configuration equipped with a 105 mm turret.

Offering a high level of protection against mines and improvised explosive devices, a payload capacity of up to 8 tons, and enhanced manoeuvrability enabled by its four-axle steering system, the vehicle also features a removable and interchangeable roof concept that allows multiple mission configurations on a single platform. Developed with a high local content objective, the ALTUĞ 8x8 family stands out as a robust solution reflecting BMC’s engineering and system integration capabilities on the modern battlefield.

AMAZON 4x4 – MULTI-PURPOSE ARMOURED VEHICLE

Drawing attention with its renewed exterior design, the AMAZON 4x4 responds to the requirements of the modern battlefield with its high mobility and mission flexibility. With an operational range of up to 800 kilometres and a maximum speed of 110 km/h, the vehicle has a gross vehicle weight of 16 tons and a personnel carrying capacity of 7.

Prioritising crew protection with its high-level ballistic, mine, and improvised explosive device protection, the AMAZON 4x4 provides strong deterrence in the field through its remote-controlled weapon station. Equipped with standard systems such as fire suppression and air conditioning, cold climate package, run-flat tires, and a central tire inflation system, the vehicle further enhances its operational effectiveness with mission equipment including a self-recovery winch, siren–public address system, smoke grenade launchers, and an intercom system.