TURKISH DEFENCE INDUSTRY PRODUCT CATALOGUE

21 T he KAPLAN-10 is a new generation armoured fighting vehicle that has the ability to move together with main battle tanks. The KAPLAN-10 has a low silhouette, and with its twin 5 road wheeled tracks, has the ability operate in hot/cold weather conditions at high speed not only on asphalt and stabilised highways, but also soft soil and rough terrain. The advanced suspension track system is designed to reduce vibrations and improve road holding. The KAPLAN-10 is one of the very few vehicles to have amphibious characteristics. In addition to this, the driver is able to enter water without prior preparation. The hull is manufactured and integrated using a ballistic welding technique. There are also laser-protected glass periscopes that allow the driver to see outside with a wide field of view providing high situational awareness. Integrated night vision systems are standard in all variants. KAPLAN 10 KAPLAN 20 NG-AFV T he KAPLAN 20 NG-AFV architecture includes protection systems against mines, rocket propelled grenades and kinetic energy threats. In addition, up to date electronic subsystems are also integrated together with high performance power pack, heavy duty suspension and tracks which enable the vehicle to carry heavy loads such as 35 mm gun systems. The KAPLAN 20 NG-AFV has the ability to move together with main battle tanks, and has a 23 Hp/ ton power-to-weight ratio. The KAPLAN 20 NG-AFV is one of the very few vehicles that have amphibious characteristics. It can perform pivot turns in water and even move backwards. In addition to this, it allows the driver to enter the water without any preparation. The hull of KAPLAN 20 NG- AFV is manufactured and integrated using a ballistic welding technique. Survivability provisions such as reduced thermal signature, laser warning system and sniper detection and CBRN protection systems are also employed. TRACKED ARMOURED VEHICLES