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ASELSAN Relies on ALKAR Mortars and Smart Munitions to Redefine Artillery Support at IDEX 2025.
ASELSAN presents an expanded range of defense solutions at IDEX 2025, including artillery and mortar systems, smart munitions, and a ground-penetrating radar. The event, taking place in Abu Dhabi from February 17 to 21, 2025, provides an opportunity for the Turkish defense company to showcase its latest developments to an international audience.
The ALKAR 100/81 is an 81 mm mortar system mounted on a turret, featuring a recoil mechanism, an automatic fire control system, and an inertial navigation system for precise barrel positioning (Picture source: Army Recognition)
The company introduces the ALKAR 100/81 and ALKAR 110/81 artillery and mortar systems, designed to enhance precision and operational flexibility. The ALKAR 100/81 is an 81 mm mortar system mounted on a turret, featuring a recoil mechanism, an automatic fire control system, and an inertial navigation system for precise barrel positioning. It has a range of 100 to 5,800 meters, capable of firing in under a minute and repositioning in less than ten seconds. Its compatibility with all types of mortar ammunition and integration with command and control systems make it a versatile solution for mobile artillery support.
ASELSAN is also highlighting its smart munitions, including the ASAF 155 CCF and ATOM 25 ABM. The ASAF 155 CCF is an inductively programmed course correction fuze for 155 mm artillery shells, reducing dispersion by adjusting trajectory mid-flight through aerodynamic brakes. This technology improves accuracy without relying on GPS and optimizes ammunition usage by reducing the number of rounds required to hit a target. It offers multiple detonation modes, including impact, proximity (at altitudes of 6 and 12 meters), and delayed detonation for penetrating fortified structures.
The ATOM 25 ABM is a 25 mm airburst munition optimized for kinetic strikes against miniature drones and micro-UAVs. Its programmable fuze ensures precise detonation timing upon leaving the barrel, maximizing lethality with a pre-fragmented shell. It is designed to resist electromagnetic interference and includes a self-destruction function in case of failure. The munition is effective against both aerial and ground targets, with an operational range of up to 1,500 meters.
In addition to land-based systems, ASELSAN is showcasing naval solutions at NAVDEX 2025, including integrated combat systems, electronic warfare capabilities, advanced radars, and secure communication systems tailored to evolving maritime security needs. Defense professionals will be presented with systems such as GÖKDENİZ, GÖKSUR, SMASH, CENK, AKREP, and SERDAR.
As part of efforts to strengthen regional partnerships, ASELSAN is also unveiling the KORKUT 150/35 self-propelled air defense system, designed to counter aircraft, helicopters, and drones, mounted on the Wahash 8x8 vehicle from CALIDUS. Additionally, its cockpit display solutions are being showcased on the B-250 aircraft from Calidus Aerospace. At the EDGE booth, ASELSAN is displaying the GÖKDENİZ 100/35 close-in weapon system, the ARTCom 9661 tactical radio, and the ALP 300-G air defense search radar, while NIMR is presenting the SARP 100 remote-controlled weapon system on its Ajban vehicles.
The company considers the Middle East and the Gulf strategic markets, where it has already established a presence through offices and subsidiaries in the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Qatar, Oman, and Jordan. ASELSAN’s participation in IDEX 2025 aims to strengthen ties with regional defense industry stakeholders and expand cooperation opportunities in an evolving defense landscape.