Roketsan has announced the launch of mass production
At a recent event in the defense industry, the Turkish concern Roketsan officially announced that mass production of a new hypersonic missile will begin in 2026. This is not just an announcement, but Ankara's bid for a place in the club of countries capable of creating and using one of the most sophisticated weapons of the 21st century.
Roketsan, already known for its tactical missiles and ATGMs, is now betting on super-speed.
What is known about the Turkish hypersonic missile
Details are still scarce. The exact speed, range, and engine type have not been officially disclosed. But according to indirect data and statements by experts, we are talking about a rocket capable of reaching speeds of Mach 5 and above — that is, a real hypersonic system.
It is expected that it will use a combined power plant: a solid-fuel accelerator at launch and, possibly, a ramjet engine at the launch site. The goal is to defeat both land and sea targets with minimal reaction time.
Why 2026 is not just a date, but a challenge
2026 is an ambitious deadline. For a country that was dependent on imports in the field of armaments 15 years ago, to enter mass production of hypersonic weapons in such a time is a giant leap. This requires not only engineering solutions, but also its own base of materials science, aerodynamics, control systems and testing infrastructure.
Turkey is actively building landfills, attracting scientists, and investing in research and development. And if the deadlines are met, it will become a symbol of its technological rise.
Turkey in the race for speed
China, Russia, and the United States are currently leading the hypersonic race. India and France are on the way. Turkey is not an obvious participant, but its strategy is clear.: become independent from suppliers and create weapons that can penetrate modern air defense systems.
A hypersonic missile is not just a strike force. It is a deterrent tool. And its appearance will change the balance of power in the region — from the Mediterranean to the Middle East.
Sources
- BusinessMir.kz — specifications and production plans for Tayfun Block-4
- RBC — unveiling of the missile at IDEF 2025
- Hi-Tech Mail.ru — technical overview and future applications
- Lenta.ru — presentation and strategic importance for Turkey
- AiF Moskva — details on Turkey’s first hypersonic missile
- Kommersant — official Roketsan statement and missile details
- RTVI — analysis of Tayfun Block-4’s impact on regional power balance
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