As of which armored vehicles will be produced, the minister
said that the project on it was considered presently:
“Negotiations are underway. Maybe, if joint production
is efficient, it will be realized”.
Note that, MDI and “Otokar” signed a protocol
of intentions on production of joint technique in October
of this year. Otokar is engaged with the design, development
and manufacturing of light armored tactical vehicles.
Otokar has the state of the art armored vehicle testing
and production capability. The current product range comprises
light armored 4x4 vehicles in various configurations including
Cobra, Akrep, Otokar APV, and Otokar Discreetly Armored
Station Wagon. One of the most successful armored vehicle
platforms, Cobra is a joint development with AM General
of USA and utilizes many common parts with HMMWV. It is
a winner of tender on production of Turkish National Main
Battle Tank (ALTAY Tank).
