Anka-S Turkish Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Anka-S
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
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Basic Information
Name
Anka-S Turkish Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Designation
Anka-S
Alternate Designation
Anka-S
Equipment Type
Tactical Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Turkish Aerospace
Date of Introduction
2017
Description
The Anka-S Turkish Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) is the serial production variant of Anka medium-altitude, long-endurance (MALE) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), which was developed by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI) for the Turkish Armed Forces.
Air & Air Defense Specifications
Engine
4-Cylinder Turbocharged Diesel (170 hp)
Max Speed
217.0 km/h
Range
1448.0 km
Endurance
30.00 hrs
Service Ceiling
9144 m
Wingspan
17.50 m
Payload Capacity
250 kg
System
Alternate Designation
Anka-S
Type
Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV)
Manufacturer
Turkish Aerospace Industries
Autonomy
The Anka-S UAV can be operated in both autonomous and remote control modes. In the autonomous mode, the onboard flight control computer guides the aircraft to each pre-defined waypoint. In the remote control mode, the UAV is flown by its operator from the ground control station using a digital computer.
Crew
Unmanned
Payload Capacity
250 kg
Reconnaissance Equipment
A new-generation electro-optic / infrared (EO / IR) camera is fitted for capturing high-resolution imagery and video in all-weather, day / night conditions. The UAV also features an identification friend or foe (IFF) system, laser designator and laser range finder.
Takeoff
Autonomous Takeoff
Landing
Equipped with automatic take-off and landing systems, the air vehicle can perform emergency landings on unprepared surfaces with the support of tri-cycle landing gear.
Note
The unmanned aircraft can conduct a range of missions such as real-time intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance (ISR), communication relay, target acquisition and tracking.
The operator can send command and control, and mission objectives to six UAVs through the airborne SATCOM antenna and Turkish Armed Forces Communication System (TAFICS). The satellite terminal also allows the operator to alter the flight path during flight mode.
Dimensions
Length
8.6 m
Wingspan
17.5 m
Height
3.25 m
Maximum Takeoff Weight
1,700 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
1 × Tusaş Engine Industries TEI-PD170
Engine Type
4-cylinder liquid-cooled in-line turbo-charged diesel
Engine Power
170 hp
Propellers
3-bladed constant-speed propeller
Maximum Speed
217 km/h
Cruising Speed
204 km/h
Service Ceiling
9,144 m
Maximum Distance
1,448 km
Data Link (Combat Range) Maximum Distance
250 km
Endurance
30 hours
Main Weapon System
Note
The UAV has two underwing weapon stations, which can carry weapons such as the Rokestan Smart Micro Munition (MAM-L) air-launched missile launcher and the CIRIT 2.75in guided rocket pod to engage light armored vehicles, personnel, military shelters, and ground radar stations.
Image Sources
Notes
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/File:TaiIDEF2015.JPG; https://nationalinterest.org/blog/reboot/guess-who%E2%80%99s-drone-power-now-turkey-177801; https://www.military.africa/2020/03/iade2020-tunisia-signs-contract-for-anka-s-uav/; https://www.airforce-technology.com/projects/anka-s-unmanned-aerial-vehicle/;
Details
Country of Origin
Turkey
Category
UAVs
Air > UAVs
Filter Label
A
Classification
Domain
Air & Air Defense
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
8.6 m
Width
17.5 m
Height
3.25 m
Weight
1700 kg
Operators (4)
Turkey
Pakistan
Malaysia
Tunisia
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