Türkiye's military vehicle manufacturer Otokar strengthens its presence in South America.

Otokar, the Turkish land systems manufacturer, is reinforcing its foothold in the South American market by participating in LAAD 2024, the premier defense and security exhibition in South America. Scheduled from April 2nd to 4th in Sao Paulo, Brazil, this event is pivotal for Otokar, as South America represents a key market. The exhibition allows Otokar to engage with both current and potential users and further cultivate relationships. It also serves as a vital opportunity for establishing industrial cooperation to foster local value-added operations across the region, leveraging Otokar's proven track record.
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Some of the vehicles produced by the Turkish company Otokar (Picture source: Otokar)

Recognized as a global defense industry player with in-house designed vehicles, Otokar designs and manufactures an extensive array of products, including 4x4, 6x6, 8x8 tactical wheeled armored vehicles, tracked armored vehicles, unmanned tracked armored vehicles and turret systems. As a supplier listed with NATO and the United Nations, Otokar has deployed over 33,000 military vehicles in more than 40 countries across five continents. Its armored vehicles have demonstrated their effectiveness in challenging terrains and extreme weather conditions, showcasing their performance in various operations. Otokar applies the experience gained in different climates and geographies to its vehicle development and testing processes.

Otokar's ability to swiftly respond to the changing needs and requirements of end-users, thanks to its design, testing, and manufacturing capabilities, sets it apart. By internally analyzing and developing solutions to meet the diverse needs and expectations of its users rapidly, Otokar exemplifies excellence in R&D, engineering, and testing, with last year's R&D expenditures accounting for 4% of its revenue.

The TULPAR, a modular tracked armored vehicle, is noted for its mobility, high firepower, and survivability. Designed to meet both the current and future needs of modern armies, the TULPAR is available in several variants, including light/medium tanks, infantry fighting vehicles, recovery vehicles, and fire support vehicles, all offering ballistic and mine protection with modular armor.

The globally recognized COBRA II stands out for its high level of protection, payload capacity, and substantial internal volume. Beyond its superior mobility, it provides significant protection against ballistic threats, mines, and improvised explosive devices. Suitable for integrating a wide range of weapon and mission equipment options, the COBRA II is successfully used for border protection and internal security and peacekeeping missions by various armies worldwide.

The Arma family, developed by Turkish manufacturer Otokar, includes the Arma II 8x8 and the Arma 6x6, both of which are advanced tactical wheeled armored vehicles designed to meet a variety of military needs. The Arma II 8x8, the larger variant, is noted for its enhanced mobility, greater payload capacity, and a higher level of protection, suitable for roles ranging from troop transportation to command and control, and even fire support missions. It can be equipped with a range of weapon systems, from machine guns to missile launchers, thanks to its modular design.

The Arma 6x6, on the other hand, offers similar modularity and protection but is more compact, making it particularly suited for operations in confined environments where maneuverability is key. Both vehicles are designed with crew safety in mind, featuring high levels of ballistic and mine protection. Since their introduction, the Arma 8x8 and 6x6 have been evaluated and used by various countries, reflecting Otokar’s capability to adapt to the evolving requirements of modern armies by providing versatile and reliable armored vehicles.

Defense News April 2024