MilitaryBayraktar Akinci
UAV / Droneconfirmed
The Bayraktar Akinci is a high-altitude long-endurance (HALE) unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) developed by Baykar. It is designed for strategic reconnaissance, strike missions, and air-to-air combat, capable of carrying a wide array of advanced weaponry and sensors.
Specifications
| Type | UAV / Drone |
| Origin | Turkey |
| Manufacturer | Baykar |
| Introduced | 2021 |
| Status | In service |
| Speed | 360 km/h |
| Range | 7,500 km |
| Weight | 5.5 t |
History
Developed by the Turkish company Baykar, the Akinci first flew in 2019 and entered service with the Turkish Armed Forces in 2021.
Operators
| Country | Quantity | Confidence |
|---|---|---|
| Turkey | 20 | confirmed |
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