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The Bayraktar TB3 UCAV, developed by Turkey's Baykar, is set to enter service in 2025, marking a significant advancement in military drone technology. This unmanned combat aerial vehicle (UCAV) features a medium-altitude long-endurance capability and is designed for carrier-based operations. It can take off and land on short-deck aircraft carriers like the TCG Anadolu.
According to Baykar, the TB3 boasts an operational range of 1,000 nautical miles and can reach speeds up to 160 knots. It operates at altitudes up to 25,000 feet and has six hardpoints for carrying various munitions, including laser-guided smart munitions.
The TB3 was first unveiled in 2020 and has been under development by Baykar with notable milestones achieved along its journey. On March 27, 2023, the first prototype was made public. Subsequent achievements include its maiden flight on October 27, 2023, just before the Republic of Turkey's centennial celebration.
