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Türkiye's SIPER Block-2 air defense missile system will soon enter service with an extended range of 150 kilometers, marking a significant advancement in the country's air defense capabilities, according to Roketsan General Manager Murat Ikinci.
The SIPER project, developed through a partnership between Aselsan, Roketsan, and TUBITAK SAGE under the coordination of the Defense Industry Agency (SSB), addresses a strategic gap in Türkiye's airspace defense.
"SIPER missiles are very valuable and capable. They can currently neutralize threats beyond 100 km," Ikinci stated, emphasizing the system's effectiveness.
The general manager announced that development activities continue uninterrupted, with the next phase approaching: "SIPER Block-2 will be operational very soon and the range will increase to 150 km. There will be a wider coverage area."
Ikinci highlighted that the development of critical projects like SIPER reflects Türkiye's determination for independence in the defense industry.
He noted that past embargoes and access restrictions to such technologies have not deterred but rather motivated Türkiye's progress.
"Actually, the thinking of countries imposing embargoes was that Türkiye would not be able to cope with this, that Türkiye would somehow give up at this point and might make concessions in some areas to meet these needs from abroad," Ikinci said.
"But thankfully, as of today, our defense industry has not only met all the needs of our strong army but has also reached a level to meet the needs of armies in oppressed regions and friendly and brotherly countries around the world," he added.
The SIPER system forms the uppermost layer of Türkiye's integrated air defense network, referred to as the "Steel Dome," which covers low, medium, and high altitudes. Working in coordination with KORKUT, SUNGUR, and HISAR family systems, SIPER will provide defense against all types of air-breathing targets including fighter aircraft, cruise missiles, and unmanned aerial vehicles.
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SIPER Block-1 was developed from the HISAR O+ RF missile, featuring a dual-pulse rocket motor with at least 100 km range. It utilizes the booster from the ATMACA anti-ship missile or another variant.
The dual-pulse rocket motor maintains high speed and thrust vector control (TVC) capability in the terminal phase, helping the missile intercept targets performing high-G maneuvers.
SIPER Block-2 has been developed from scratch with a single-stage rocket motor, achieving greater range. The absence of a booster in Block-2 eliminates potential accidents from falling booster components after launch.
The SIPER system offers several advanced capabilities:
Future development blocks are planned to include capabilities against ballistic missile threats.
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