ASELSAN is expanding its push into autonomous naval warfare, showcasing a fresh lineup of unmanned systems that operate across both surface and underwater domains at SAHA 2026 in Istanbul.
Among the highlights are the TUFAN unmanned surface vessel (USV) and the KILIÇ 200 autonomous underwater vehicle (AUV), reflecting a broader push toward multi-domain maritime autonomy.
TUFAN: High-Speed Kamikaze USV
In the surface domain, the company is presenting TUFAN, a kamikaze USV measuring 8 meters (26.2 feet) in length and 1.8 meters (5.9 feet) in width.
The vessel reaches speeds of up to 50 knots (92.6 kilometers/57.5 miles per hour) and has an operational range of 200 nautical miles (370 kilometers/230 miles).
For communications, TUFAN integrates radio-frequency line-of-sight or mesh networks, satellite beyond-line-of-sight links, and 4G LTE connectivity.
It is designed to operate in both day and night conditions, including environments where Global Navigation Satellite System signals are degraded or unavailable.
Its mission set includes solo or swarm operations, coordination with manned and unmanned platforms, and integration with command-and-control networks.
KILIÇ 200: Long-Range Kamikaze AUV
In the underwater domain, ASELSAN is introducing KILIÇ 200, a long-range kamikaze AUV designed to detect, track, and engage maritime threats.
The platform measures 350 centimeters (137.8 inches) long and has a diameter of 32.4 centimeters (12.8 inches).
It offers a mission range of 100 nautical miles (185 kilometers/115 miles), extendable to 200 nautical miles (370 kilometers/230 miles) with an additional battery module.
KILIÇ 200 integrates AI-enabled visual localization and target detection, alongside satellite communications and an onboard warhead.
It is intended for asymmetric warfare, swarm operations, and covert missions while maintaining a low detectability profile.
