Turkey’s first national attack boat has been unveiled. The platform, designed by Defense Technologies Engineering and Trade Inc. (STM), was unveiled at the IDEF-2025 International Defense Industry Fair.
Turkey’s first national attack boat has been unveiled.
Construction of the project began in Istanbul on July 8, 2025. Developed for the Turkish Naval Forces, the ship is the first domestically produced attack boat, ending Turkey’s dependence on foreign sources in this field with its design and production.
A contract was signed between STM and the Presidency of Defense Industries (SSB) for the Turkish Type Attack Boat Project on September 9, 2024. STM is serving as both the designer and prime contractor on the project.
Work began with another contract signed in 2020. During this process, engineering expertise gained from national corvette and frigate projects was transferred to the attack boat design. The first sheet metal cutting for the ship, considered the beginning of the construction process, was carried out in Istanbul on July 8.
The model, exhibited at IDEF-2025, was presented to visitors at the fair as STM’s original design. The Turkish Naval Forces, which previously used designs from countries like Germany, will have a fully domestically designed assault boat for the first time. This development ends foreign dependency in the assault boat class used for surface warfare missions.
The new platform’s technical specifications include all the capabilities expected of a modern warship. The vessel has an LOA of 68 meters and a beam of 9.3 meters. It has a displacement of 700 tons. Its maximum speed exceeds 39 knots per hour. Its propulsion speed is reported to be 20 knots. The vessel, which will have a cruising range of at least 800 nautical miles, has accommodations for 36 people.
Weapon systems include a 76-millimeter bow gun, a surface-to-surface guided missile system, a close-in air defense system (PDMS), two 12.7 mm remotely controlled machine gun systems, and two chaff/dekoy systems. The platform also features a battle management system and a 3D search radar. The propulsion system includes four diesel engines, four steerable water jets, and three diesel generators.
The National Attack Craft stands out with its low radar signature, high maneuverability, and ability to operate in harsh sea conditions. It can be positioned in a manner that makes it difficult for the enemy to detect it during surface warfare missions.
It can launch attacks with long-range guided missiles. When necessary, it can also coordinate with frigates or helicopters. Air defense systems are integrated onto the ship to complement these capabilities.
The project, which features a high rate of domestic production, includes maximum domestic contribution in both design and construction. It was stated that this next-generation attack craft, developed by STM, will have the largest dimensions and highest displacement among the Turkish Navy’s current attack craft.
The project is progressing with the aim of enhancing the navy’s deterrent capability within the scope of the Blue Homeland. In a statement, STM announced that this vessel will be a fast, effective, and modern surface platform for the Turkish Armed Forces.
Once the development process is completed and the ship enters the inventory, Türkiye will once again demonstrate its ability to implement its own unique systems in this field.
