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A successful example of integration, combining the competencies of Türkiye's defense industry, was showcased at a live fire demonstration in Europe.
Platforms participating in the Live Firing Show 2025 held in Lithuania, where modern defense technologies are demonstrated in real-time, drew significant attention with their capabilities. Organized by the National Defense Foundation, the event is considered one of the most prominent defense and security gatherings in the Baltic region, bringing together defense planners, military leaders, active-duty soldiers, and strategic partners from numerous countries.
This year, the Live Firing Show once again went beyond static displays, offering participants the opportunity to test and observe advanced defense systems in real-world operational scenarios.
Nurol Makina, which had previously demonstrated the successful integration of the 120mm Ragnarok system developed by Rheinmetall Norway onto its Ejder Yalçın 4x4 platform, participated this year with its NMS 4x4 vehicle. The NMS 4x4 was presented in the version produced and delivered according to Estonia’s requirements.
At the event, the NMS 4x4 was equipped with the 30x113 mm VENOM LR low-recoil medium-caliber cannon and the TRAKON 30 remote-controlled weapon station developed by Samsun Yurt Savunma (SYS) Group, along with the Ilgar I loitering munition.
During its demonstration, the NMS 4x4 displayed superior mobility and high performance, executing successful firings with both the 30x113 mm cannon and the loitering munition.
The NMS attracted attention for its compatibility with these two weapon systems, which are considered innovative for 4x4 vehicles.
Thanks to its low recoil force, the VENOM LR could be integrated into a light armored vehicle like the NMS 4x4, preserving the vehicle's structural integrity while delivering high firepower. This capability gives the NMS 4x4 deterrent power against asymmetric threats such as armored vehicles, loitering boats, and drones. It can perform effectively in missions requiring both precision and intensive fire support.
The VENOM LR provides direct firepower at ranges of up to 2 kilometers (1.24 miles), while the Ilgar I loitering munition extends the vehicle’s reach to 20 kilometers. Together, the two weapon systems offer a complementary defense capability, allowing the NMS 4x4 to operate effectively in both defensive and offensive missions.
With this innovative weapons configuration, the NMS 4x4 demonstrated its ability to conduct reconnaissance, fire support, air defense, and precision strike missions, showcasing its readiness to meet the demands of modern combat environments.
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