Rochetsan: Türkiye is on the threshold of possessing an integrated local air defense system that exceeds the Russian S-400 capabilities
Türkiye is witnessing a remarkable development in its defense systems, with a great focus on building advanced local capabilities that allow it to achieve self -sufficiency in the field of air defense and missile. The Rocksan Company, a pioneer in Turkish defense industries, leads this trend by developing integrated systems that cover all defensive layers, from short-range air defense to long-range ballistic missiles, reflecting Ankara’s ambition to compete with the most prominent global systems such as S-400 Russian, and exporting advanced defense technology to emerging markets in Asia, Africa and East Middle.
Arab Defense website – August 21, 2025: Genç Mühendislik has presented a live broadcast from the Indonesian capital, Jakarta, during the activities of the Indo Defence 2025 exhibition, one of the most prominent defensive gatherings in Asia, where the most prominent thing in the event was the visit of the pioneering proposal of the Turkish company Rockitan in defense industries. In this context, the journalist Hakan Chilic conducted an interview with the general manager of the company, Mr. Murad Ikeenji, who reviewed the company’s vision, products and future plans.
Icinji began to introduce the company that was established in 1988 with the aim of meeting Turkey’s needs of missiles and ammunition, noting that “Rochetsan” develops advanced technologies that extend from the depths of the seas to space, including air defense systems, anti -armor missiles, and smart ammunition for running aircraft, mobile and ballistic missiles, and integrated launch systems. The company’s products are used in the Turkish armed forces and about 40 countries around the world, and their exports are about 400 million dollars annually, while their total sales volume reaches 1.3 billion dollars, with a plan to raise the export rate to more than 50%. About 6,000 employees are working in the company in Ankara, in addition to offices and partnerships in several countries, and a new office is expected to open in the Asia Pacific region to meet the increasing demand from the countries of the region.
During the exhibition, Rochetsan signed three important agreements, which included the establishment of a joint factory to produce a caution missile in Indonesia, and to integrate anti -ship rockets into Indonesian marine platforms, in addition to providing the ships exported to the area with advanced armament systems. Icinji explained that the “Aquaga” missile exceeds 220 km, and is used in the “Milgam” chorpions and “Istanbul” frigate, while the “Checks” missile is smaller by more than 150 km, released from the running aircraft such as “Bayrakdar Aqnji” and “Akongor”, and is characterized by high accuracy in targeting marine and land targets.
MAM-C, MAM-L, and MAM-T are also displayed, along with the TRG-23 audio missile, capable of flying at the speed of the sound and crossing air defense systems to destroy targets with great accuracy. The company focuses on the markets of the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, which is witnessing rapid growth, and also pays increasing attention to NATO countries and the European Union, taking advantage of increased defense spending, with distinguished partnerships in Pakistan, Bangladesh, Vietnam and Malaysia, where their products have a remarkable spread.
Ikeenji announced that the Khan Ballasti missile, with more than 280 km, will begin delivery to Indonesia next year. These missiles are launched from mobile land platforms and are considered one of the most important systems of the company. He also reviewed the short, medium and long-term air defense systems such as 8-11 km to the shoulder Songur, and the user in the marine air defense, and a siege and cyber missile of up to 100 km and more, with future developments to increase the extent of “Seber” to more than 150 km.
He stressed that the Turkish air defense system is not a unified system like the Israeli “Iron Dome”, but rather a multi -layer system that adapts to various threats, from small drones to ballistic missiles and warplanes. He explained that the Turkish project is dynamic and developed, as the current systems are siege, Siper, Songur, and Livent together within a unified leadership and control network, and it is expected to be completed in the coming years.
Icinji pointed out that Türkiye is close to possessing an integrated local air defense system comparable, but rather outperforms some international systems such as S-400, thanks to relying on comprehensive national technologies that include radars, early warning aircraft and advanced control systems. Although there are technical similarities, the focus does not focus on simulating foreign systems, but rather on building an integrated system that covers the entire Turkish soil and the surrounding water.
In a historical scene, a successful test of the Deniz siege missed from the Mi̇las vertical platform on board the national frigate “Istanbul”, which represents a qualitative shift in Türkiye’s ability to secure its maritime and air sovereignty with its local weapons.
In conclusion, “Rochetsan” highlights a advanced model for Türkiye’s ambition to achieve self -sufficiency in defense industries, while pushing it towards exporting advanced technology for emerging markets, especially in Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
Turkish “Sber 3” missile exceeds the “S-400” capabilities of up to 600 km
Turkey continues to achieve advanced steps in strengthening its defensive system by developing long -range missile systems, most notably the Seper 2 missile expected to enter service before the end of this year with a range of up to 150 km, in an indication of the great progress made by the Turkish defense industries.
Security expert, Dr. Irai Guller, revealed that “Sebar 2” entered the serial production phase and will be distributed to the air defense units during the next year, with the development of a more advanced version, which is the Seb 3, which successfully passed performance tests, and it is expected to be delivered early in 2027 with a range exceeding 300 km, with an ambitious plan to raise its range to 600 km by 2028, surpassing capabilities of capabilities S-300 and S-400 Russian systems.
This new system is strengthened by super monitoring capabilities through advanced radars produced by Asilsan, capable of detecting targets from distances of up to 500 km, with accurate discrimination of the types of aircraft, including marches, and their classification between a friend and hostile, which enhances the readiness of Turkish air defense in the face of complex threats.
Guller pointed out that the accuracy of the injury in this system reaches 99.8%, which makes it among the higher systems globally, and confirms Türkiye’s ability to integrate advanced technology into a highly efficient integrated defense system. He added that raising the defense spending of NATO countries to 5% gives Türkiye a historic opportunity to expand its defense exports towards European markets, in light of the escalation of security challenges and the dependence of many European countries on Turkish technologies.
The launch of the Seber project dates back to 2018, according to a contract signed between the presidency of Turkish defense industries and a partnership that includes three major institutions: Asilsan, Rochetsan, and Topitak Sagy. The project aims to meet Türkiye’s need for a long -term and high -rise air defense system, while committing to dependence on national resources and developing independent local capabilities.
The roles are distributed among the three companies according to the fields of their expertise: Asilsan is developing the fleet leadership center, search and fire control radars, and communication vehicles, while Tobitak Sagy specializes in warhead design, and Rockaitan produces missile engines.
The Seber system relies on a distributed architectural structure that allows it to be deployed flexible around vital facilities and strategic locations, and even in remote areas, where each defensive battery consists of four vertical missile launch units, two units to transport and load missiles, a search radar, a fire control center, a fire control radio, and a fleet driving center, in addition to three communication vehicles.
The search radar features a capacity to cover the airspace at a 360 -degree angle, with the detection of aircraft, helicopters, cruise missiles and drones from a distance exceeding 200 km and at heights between 0.1 and 30 km. Fire control radar also provides engaging with ten targets at one time, giving the system a great combat capacity to deal with multi -directional threats.
The Seber project is a qualitative shift in the path of Turkish defensive independence, and confirms the country’s position among the few countries capable of producing integrated and updated air defense systems, supported by pure national experiences.
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