Altug 8x8 IFV Turkish Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Altug 8x8 IFV
Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
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Basic Information
Name
Altug 8x8 IFV Turkish Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Designation
Altug 8x8 IFV
Alternate Designation
Altug 8x8 IFV
Equipment Type
Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Manufacturer
BMC
Date of Introduction
2023
Description
The Altug 8x8 IFV Turkish Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV) is a modular, high-mobility, mine-protected wheeled combat vehicle designed to carry infantry, integrate medium- to heavy-weapons stations, including a 35 mm turret or a 105 mm gun, and operate alongside main battle tanks in modern, networked land operations.
Ground Specifications
Crew
3
Mobility Type
Wheeled (8x8)
Main Weapon
35 mm turret or a 105 mm gun
Engine
Diesel (711 hp)
Max Speed
110.0 km/h
Range
800.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
Altug 8x8 IFV
Type
Infantry Fighting Vehicle (IFV)
Manufacturer
BMC
Configuration
8x8
Crew
3 ea
Passengers
9 ea
Command and Control
Wide Band Software Defined Networking Radio;
New Generation Intercom System;
C4I System
Operating Temperature
+49 °C / -32 °C
Dimensions
Length
8.33 m
Width
2.67 m
Height
4.38 m
Weight, Combat
36 tons
Automotive
Engine Name
Caterpillar C13
Engine Type
Diesel
Engine Power
711 hp
Suspension
All Independent, Hydro Pneumatic
Optional Height Adjustment System
Maximum Range
800 km
Maximum Speed
110 km/h
Amphibious
No
Gradient
60%
Side Slope
30%
Vertical Step
60 cm
Trench
220 cm
Fording
120 cm
Ground Clearance
40 cm
Main Weapon System
Note
35 MM Double-Fed Automatic Gun; 100 Ammunitions Ready to Fire
Protection
Armor
High Level and Augmentable Modular Ballistic, Mine, and IED Protection; Fire Extinguishing and Explosion Suppression System;
Battlefield Target Identification Device;
Laser Detection and Warning System;
Active Protection System;
Gunshot Detection System;
360° Situational Awareness System;
Mobile Camouflage Net
Applique Armor
Available
NBC Protection
CBRN Protection System (Both Over Pressure and Face Masks)
Smoke Equipment
Yes
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.bmc.com.tr/en/defense-industry/altug/technical-specifications#tab-panel-altug_8x8_zma; https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/2025/tuerkiye-starts-altug-8x8-vehicle-production-alongside-altay-tank-to-build-next-gen-armor-units; https://turdef.com/article/ssb-awards-bmc-contract-for-29-altug-8x8-acv; https://www.edrmagazine.eu/bmc-unveils-its-altug-8x8-ifv-and-apc
Details
Country of Origin
Turkey
Category
Land
Land
Filter Label
A
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8.33 m
Width
2.67 m
Height
4.38 m
Weight
36000 kg
Operators (1)
Turkey
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