Turkish defense firm ASELSAN has introduced the KORKUT 100/25 SB, a mobile counter-unmanned aerial vehicle (C-UAV) built to take on everything from reconnaissance quadcopters to loitering munitions.
Evolving from the company’s KORKUT self-propelled anti-aircraft gun family, the new system blends mobility, precision, and layered defenses into a single package.
It is designed to plug the gap between small arms fire and costly missile interceptors, offering a more scalable way to handle low-end aerial threats.
The KORKUT 100/25 SB’s modular setup allows integration with a range of armored wheeled vehicles, making it adaptable for deployment across different terrain and operational needs.
Smart Ammunition at the Core
At the heart of the system is a stabilized 25mm turret firing ASELSAN’s ATOM airburst smart rounds. These shells detonate in the air near small, low-signature aerial targets, shredding drones before they can threaten critical assets.
With a range beyond 1,000 meters (3,280 feet) and a rate of fire up to 600 rounds per minute, the weapon can saturate swarms and overwhelm fast, maneuvering threats.
A coaxial 7.62 millimeter machine gun adds extra protection against ground or airborne threats, while a suite of AESA radar, thermal cameras, laser rangefinders, and computerized fire control backs up its firepower.
AI-powered algorithms help automate detection, tracking, and engagement, cutting operator workload in high-pressure scenarios.
The system can fire while stationary or on the move, with turret elevation ranging from -20 to +70 degrees for wide-angle coverage against swarming drones.
Layered Defense
Beyond the kinetic punch, the KORKUT 100/25 SB integrates radio-frequency countermeasures to jam drone links or navigation, layering electronic disruption with hard-kill capability.
ASELSAN debuted the platform at DSEI 2025, positioning it as a response to the expanding use of swarming UAVs in conflicts from Ukraine to the Middle East.
“We unveiled the Korkut 100/25 for the first time in its complete form on the global stage as FPV, tethered, and kamikaze drones become widespread,” said Ahmet Akyol, ASELSAN President and CEO.
“We built the already-existing Korkut 100/35S to neutralize them, but the smaller and faster drones require a more capable solution, which is why we developed the Korkut 100/25.”
