ROKETSAN Debuts LG-155 Artillery Ammunition at SAHA EXPO

ROKETSAN, a leading Turkish defense company, has introduced its latest innovation in military technology: the LG-155 Laser Guided Artillery Ammunition. This groundbreaking product was unveiled alongside two other new offerings at a press conference preceding the International Defense, Aerospace Industry Fair SAHA EXPO in Istanbul.

LG-155

The LG-155 Laser Guided Artillery Ammunition represents a significant advancement in artillery technology. Designed for use with howitzers, this state-of-the-art munition boasts an impressive range of up to 25 kilometers. Its 22-kilogram warhead ensures devastating effectiveness against enemy targets, while the laser-guided system provides unparalleled accuracy.

“We developed the LG-155 for howitzers, the most important striking force of our Turkish Land Forces. It is being prepared for missions with a range of up to 25 kilometers and a 22-kilogram warhead.”

Roketsan General Manager Murat İkin highlighted the LG-155’s capabilities, stating,

ROKETSAN’s Expanding Arsenal

1. ROKETSAN AMBUSH: A highly maneuverable and mobile anti-tank defense system capable of carrying four CİRİT Laser Guided Missiles, providing effective protection up to 8 kilometers.
2. L-OMTAS: A Laser Guided Medium Range Anti-Tank Missile System featuring a semi-active laser seeker head for precision targeting of tanks, armored vehicles, and concrete bunkers.

SAHA EXPO Showcase

ROKETSAN’s presence at SAHA EXPO 2023 will be substantial, with over 30 products on display. These include:

• Air defense missiles for the Steel Dome project
• World-renowned UAV ammunition
• Armor-piercing anti-tank missiles
• Long-range missile systems

İkin emphasized ROKETSAN’s commitment to innovation, stating, “We are increasing our capabilities every day and directing the technologies of the future.”

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Strengthening Turkey’s Defense Capabilities

As a key player in Turkey’s National Technology Move, ROKETSAN continues to contribute significantly to the country’s defense industry. The company’s involvement in the Steel Dome Project, recent successful tests of the SİPER Product-2 system, and advancements in energy weapons like ALKA demonstrate its dedication to enhancing Turkey’s military prowess.

ROKETSAN’s latest offerings, including the LG-155 Laser Guided Artillery Ammunition, underscore the company’s position at the forefront of military technology development, ensuring Turkey’s armed forces remain well-equipped to face modern security challenges.

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