The SANCAR Armed Unmanned Naval Vehicle (SİDA), the Turkish defense industry’s newest product in the field of unmanned naval systems, has entered the inventory after successfully completing all acceptance tests. Developed as a joint project between HAVELSAN and Yonca-Onuk Shipyard, SANCAR has joined the naval forces inventory and is ready for active duty to ensure the security of the “Blue Homeland.”
The approval process for the SANCAR SİDA has been completed
The platform, which was showcased for the first time at TEKNOFEST Istanbul, organized by the Ministry of Industry and Technology and the Turkish Technology Team Foundation (T3 Foundation), is being delivered to the units where it will serve following this event.
HAVELSAN General Manager Mehmet Akif Nacar announced that SANCAR successfully passed its firing and autonomous mission tests, and that all its systems operated effectively under mission conditions.
SANCAR stands out with its advanced technological infrastructure. Fully integrated with the ADVENT Combat Management System, the vehicle utilizes numerous national technologies, including the BLUEVISION autonomous navigation system, GNSS-KASK positioning technology, the Ship Data Distribution System (GVDS), and NAUTIS software for ground control. Thanks to these systems, SİDA can conduct autonomous missions with 360-degree situational awareness.
Tests were successfully engaged with the 12.7 mm remote-controlled weapon system during tests. Furthermore, SANCAR can operate independently or integrate with the ADVENT network to participate in larger-scale operations. The platform, which has recently attracted significant international interest, is capable of performing missions not only in military operations but also in civilian logistics and rescue operations.
SANCAR, with its software infrastructure compliant with NATO Interoperability Standards, can deploy from next-generation mine-hunting ships to the field. Its autonomous navigation capabilities, mobile ground control station, tactical missiles, and side-scan sonar offer versatile applications.
The platform, with a displacement of 9 tons, can reach speeds exceeding 40 knots, offers a range of 400 nautical miles at a cruising speed of 10 knots, and can operate continuously for 40 hours. Developed entirely with domestic technologies, SANCAR is beginning its mission as a key element in enhancing Turkey’s deterrent at sea.
