Turkish defense manufacturer Sarsılmaz has unveiled a new family of advanced weapon systems at the IDEF 2025 defense exhibition in Istanbul.
The company, with nearly 150 years of engineering and manufacturing experience, showcased several innovations aimed at enhancing firepower across land and air platforms.
Among the highlights at the Sarsılmaz stand was the Dual UKSS remote-controlled weapon system, which integrates both 25mm and 7.62mm calibers.
The system offers versatility with a firing elevation range from -10° to +55° and 360° horizontal rotation. It can be loaded with 100 rounds of 25mm ammunition or 500 rounds of 7.62mm, offering flexibility for a range of combat scenarios.
The company also introduced ATAK, an automated turret equipped with a 20mm cannon designed for aerial platforms. The turret’s NATO-standard 20x102mm cannon delivers a firing rate of 750 rounds per minute, using a rotary barrel mechanism optimized for servo-controlled operation and electric ignition. The system’s muzzle velocity reaches 1,049 meters per second, enabling extended range and precision.
Sarsılmaz highlighted other companies within its ecosystem at the exhibition, including TR Mekatronik, developer of Türkiye’s first domestically produced 20mm nose gun; BEST Defence, specializing in remote-controlled weapon stations; LA2 Dynamics, the firm behind the SARBOT robotic gun platform; UNIMETAL, known for precision metal injection molding; and BPS, a manufacturer of small-caliber ammunition and shotgun shells.
Together, these firms represent what Sarsılmaz describes as an “integrated defense ecosystem,” covering domains from kinetic weapons to AI-enabled systems.
The company is expected to unveil additional products at IDEF 2025, including solutions developed in response to operational feedback and evolving combat environments.
Sarsılmaz has also expanded its training infrastructure through the SARSILMAZ Academy, which offers programs for civilian and professional users, led by retired military personnel.