At DSEI 2019 Turkey introduced an improved version of the platform for a light tank and BMP Tulpar.
These days London is hosting the DSEI International Exhibition of Military-Industrial Complex Products 2019. It has already signed a number of important agreements. In particular, "Military Review" wrote yesterday about the signing of a contract for Italy's entry into the British program for the development of the sixth generation fighter Tempest. Besides, the exhibition serves as a showcase for the latest achievements of the defense industry of different countries.
Turkey, recently actively developing its defense industry, presented at the exhibition 42 companies. among other things,, she presented a modified version of the Tulpar platform.
The manufacturer of the concept car was the company Otokar. The BMP prototype was presented in 2013 year, and the tank – at 2018. is approved, that Tulpar was created taking into account the requirements of foreign customers.
The demand for the platform will only grow
The management of the concern-developer is confident in the indispensability of light tanks for reconnaissance in combat and fire support. The BMP should be an addition to the Altai MBT on the battlefield. The CEO of Otokar Corporation believes, that the need for machines of this type will only grow.
The tank is equipped with a turret 3105 CMI Cererill. The new "Tulpar" is armed with a cannon with an automatic loader, which can fire with all 105 mm NATO ammunition. BMP has a 30 mm automatic cannon.
In the tank version, the platform has dimensions 7,23 m in length and 3,45 m wide, as well as weight up to 42 t. The crew of the car consists of three people, including commander, gunner and driver. is approved, that the modular platform is designed to operate in harsh climates and difficult terrain.
Tulpar is equipped with a navigation and positioning system, radio communication complex, driver display, day and night vision cameras, as well as an automatic track tensioning system.
Accessories and systems include an auxiliary power supply, preheating system, command system, management, communications and information (C3I) and situational awareness system.
And a tank, and BMP
CMI Cockerill gun module 3105 includes 105mm cannon with automatic loader, as well as a turret machine gun (7,72-mm/12.7mm). The main gun can fire seven types of 105 mm NATO ammunition and Falarick guided anti-tank missiles. (GLATGM). A new generation fire control system is responsible for targeting (FCS).
falarick – caliber rocket 105 mm, equipped with a laser beam guidance system. ATGM can hit static and stationary armored targets, helicopters and fortifications at a distance of up to 5 km. The missile carries a tandem warhead with a charge, capable of hitting targets, protected by 550 mm armor, as well as equipped with dynamic protection.
Modularity in everything
TULPAR equipped with modular armor, which can be changed depending on the level of threat. In particular, it can be upgraded to STANAG5 level. It has a mine-resistant welded construction, as well as shock-absorbing seats.
The machine is equipped with an eight-cylinder turbocharged and water-cooled V8 diesel engine with a capacity of 720 HP. (530 kW). The engine is connected to an automatic transmission with six forward and four reverse gears..
Torsion bar suspension includes hydraulic shock absorbers and seven twin wheels with rubber tires on each side. The undercarriage also includes replaceable pads and an automatic track tensioning system..
TULPAR platform can move at maximum speed 70 km/h on the road, range approx. 600 km. He can overcome obstacles high 0,8 m and trench width 2,6 m. The platform can climb slopes up to 60%.
