Türkiye’s leading defense company, ASELSAN, has officially unveiled its next-generation KORKUT 100/25 SB mobile counter-UAV system at the prestigious DSEI 2025 exhibition in London. The advanced system represents a major milestone in close-range air defense, designed to counter the rapidly expanding threat of mini and micro unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs).
A New Era of Tactical Drone Defense
The KORKUT 100/25 SB integrates soft-kill and hard-kill capabilities on a highly mobile platform. It is armed with ASELSAN’s 25mm ATOM Airburst Smart Ammunition, enabling the interception and neutralization of both single drones and coordinated swarms with maximum precision.
Equipped with radar and electro-optical sensors, the system provides real-time detection, automatic tracking, and engagement. Its AI-powered fire control software enhances accuracy against fast, maneuverable, low-altitude UAVs, ensuring effective protection even while on the move.
Advanced Features
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Stabilized, remotely operated turret with high-resolution day/thermal cameras and a laser rangefinder.
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Integrated radar and EO suite for simultaneous target detection and engagement.
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High mobility design optimized for modern battlefield requirements.
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Mission-ready solution for diverse operational environments.
ASELSAN’s Strategic Vision
Commenting on the unveiling, Ahmet Akyol, President & CEO of ASELSAN, stated:
“The unveiling of KORKUT 100/25 SB at DSEI marks a major milestone for ASELSAN and the future of close-range air defense. With its next-generation design, high mobility, and integrated counter-UAV capabilities, the system sets a new standard for tactical drone defense on the modern battlefield.”
Akyol emphasized that the launch also coincides with ASELSAN’s 50th anniversary, underscoring the company’s long-standing commitment to innovation and international defense collaboration.
Global Impact
By presenting the KORKUT 100/25 SB to international partners at DSEI 2025, ASELSAN has reinforced its position as a leader in air defense technology and a key player in counter-drone warfare solutions, offering high-performance, scalable systems tailored to evolving global security challenges.
