Bayraktar Kızılelma, the national and unique unmanned warplane developed by Baykar, the rising star of the Turkish defense industry, has left another important stage behind.
As announced with the images shared by Selçuk Bayraktar on his social media account, the engine starting and running tests of PT-3, the third prototype of Kızılelma, were successfully completed. So, what are the features of Bayraktar Kızılelma? Here are the details…
Bayraktar Kızılelma Engine Starting and Running Tests Successful
Kızılelma MIUS, which is planned to be integrated into TCG Anadolu, will make a significant contribution to the air power of the Turkish Armed Forces. These successful tests show that the project is on track for the planned delivery date of 2025.
The importance of Red Apple has a great meaning not only for Turkey but also for the defense industry around the world. This unmanned warplane, which can conduct air-to-air combat and be equipped with local and national ammunition, once again reveals the current state of the Turkish defense industry.
Kızılelma, which came to the fore recently with the visit of the Saudi Arabian Minister of Defense to Baykar facilities, also attracts great attention in the international arena. This visit signals that Kızılelma can reach potential export markets. The images of the tests shared by Selçuk Bayraktar on his social media account are below:
What are the Features of Bayraktar Red Apple?
The performance limits for basic flight are:
- 5 Hours Airborne Time
- 1500 Kilogram Payload Capacity
- 8.5 Ton Maximum Takeoff Weight
- 0.6 Mach Cruising Speed
- 0.9 Mach Maximum Speed
- 30,000 Feet Operational Altitude
- 500 nm Mission Radius
Its advanced technical features are:
- Automatic Landing and Takeoff
- Low Visibility
- High Maneuverability
- Line of Sight and Beyond Line of Sight Communications
- Takeoff and Landing Ability from Short Runway Aircraft Carriers
- High Situational Awareness with AESA Radar
According to the statements of Baykar Chairman of the Board of Directors Selçuk Bayraktar, Kızılelma’s tests will continue in the coming period.
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