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Otokar, a leading defense industry company in Türkiye, secured a significant military vehicle contract with Romania's Ministry of Defense, valued at approximately $902.8 million.
The contract includes the supply of 1,059 4x4 tactical wheeled armored vehicles as part of Romania's defense modernization efforts.
The agreement, which was signed on Nov. 27, 2024, between Otokar and Romania's state-owned defense company Romtehnica, covers the production and delivery of 1,059 Cobra II 4x4 armored vehicles.
The total value of the contract is approximately 4.3 billion Romanian new leu ($911.5 million), excluding value-added tax (VAT).
Under the terms of the contract, the first 278 vehicles will be produced at Otokar's facilities in Türkiye, while the remaining vehicles will be assembled locally in Romania. The deliveries are expected to start in the last quarter of 2025 and will be completed in stages over a period of five years.
The Cobra II 4x4 armored vehicle is designed to offer high levels of protection, mobility, and adaptability in various operational environments. It is equipped to withstand ballistic, mine, and improvised explosive device (IED) threats, providing enhanced security for military personnel.
The vehicle is also noted for its extensive weapon integration options and adaptability to a wide range of missions, making it suitable for deployment in diverse terrain and climate conditions.
Gross vehicle weight: Up to 19000 kilogram
Transfer case: 2 speed with differential lock
Maximum crew capacity: Up to 11
Transmission: Automatic
Suspension: Fully independent suspension with telescopic-type hydraulic shock absorbers & helical springs
Axles: Differentials with lock and geared wheel hubs
Width: 2850 mm (without spare tyre)
Suspension: Fully independent suspension with telescopic type hydraulic shock absorbers & helical springs
Height: Over Hull 2650 mm
Brakes: Pneumatic service brakes with discs on each wheel, dual circuit with ABS. Pneumatic independent park brake.
Ground clearance: 450 mm
Tyres: 14.00 R20 with run-flat devices
Engine: Turbo Charged Diesel Engine 375 HP – 400 HP
Electrical system: 24 Volt system compliant with NATO military standards
Otokar Cobra II - MRAP Technical Specifications
This contract represents a major milestone for Otokar, a company with over four decades of experience in the defense industry. The Cobra II has already been deployed in 13 countries worldwide, with more than 20 active users.
Otokar’s success in securing this contract comes after a rigorous selection process, including technical evaluations, field tests, and commercial assessments, which concluded with an official invitation to enter contract negotiations on Oct. 4, 2024.
As part of the agreement, Otokar will also provide integrated logistical support services for the vehicles. The local production of the remaining vehicles in Romania will create additional opportunities for collaboration between Otokar and Romanian defense contractors.
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