World Defense Show

February 4-8, 2024, Riyadh - Saudi Arabia

BMC, one of the leading military vehicle manufacturers in Türkiye, will exhibit its KİRPİ II and ALTUĞ 8x8 vehicles at the World Defense Show 2024 to be held in Riyadh, the capital of Saudi Arabia, between February 4-8, 2024.

BMC will host its visitors with KİRPİ II, the improved version of KİRPİ, which has become a legend with its superior protection level in the mine- resistant vehicle class, and ALTUĞ 8x8, which has multi-tasking capability on a single platform with its modular roof concept.

KİRPİ II 4X4 - MINE RESISTANT AMBUSH PROTECTED VEHICLE

The new version of KİRPİ, which has become a legend with its superior level of protection in the mine resistant vehicle class, features an independent suspension system. Developed in addition to its high protection features, the KİRPİ II 4x4 continues to lead its class in both handling and passenger comfort.

The KİRPİ II 4x4 with independent suspension stands out with its monocoque type armored cabin and special armored windows, shocking 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 – INFANTRY FIGHTING VEHICLE

ALTUĞ 8x8 Infantry Fighting Vehicle (with 35 millimeter gun turret) and Armored Personnel Carrier (with 12.7 millimeter gun turret) are designed to meet all the needs of conventional and asymmetric battlefields in their class. The vehicles stand out with their superior features in every aspect, determined by evaluating the most up-to-date user requirements, mission concepts, threats, technology and trends, as well as the capabilities of existing domestic and foreign vehicles in this market.

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 millimeters to 120 millimeters, ALTUĞ 8x8 offers superior protection against mines and improvised explosive devices. ALTUĞ can carry an useful load of up to 8 tons. ALTUĞ, which has "multi-mission capability on a single platform" with its removable and replaceable vehicle roof concept, operates with advanced maneuvering capability thanks to 4-axle steering.