Nurol Ejder
The Ejder Yalçın (Turkish pronunciation: [nuɾˈoɫ ˈeʒˈdɛɾ]; lit. "Dragon") is a family of armoured vehicles produced by Turkish company Nurol Makina.[1] Two versions exists under the Ejder name, a 6x6 version, and a more popular 4x4 version, called Ejder Yalcin.[2][3] VariantsEjder 6×6 Armoured Combat VehicleBaseline 6×6 version is fitted with a remotely controlled 7.62 mm caliber machine gun and 40mm automatic grenade launcher. Supports integration of various weapon systems and armed turrets weighted up to 5 tons.[4] V-shaped hull for improved protection against landmines and IEDs. It can withstand the blast from an 8 kg mine. Protection can be enhanced with modular add-on armor.[4] A number of these vehicles were sold to Georgia in 2008.[5] Ejder Yalçın 4×4 Armoured Combat VehicleDesign studies on the vehicle were initiated in the last quarter of 2012 and a pre-prototype of the base vehicle was exhibited at the IDEF in 2013. Mass production of the vehicle began in May 2014.[1] It features a V-shaped hull design, integrating floating floor plates and blast mitigation seating to provide protection against mines and IED's. It can accommodate up to 11 personnel and can carry a payload of up to 4 tons.[6] The vehicle is equipped with optionally integrated, remote-controlled and manually operated weapon stations. It is fitted with two gun ports on the roof. The optional armament mounted on the vehicle includes 7.62mm and 12.7mm machine guns, a 25mm anti-aircraft gun and a 40mm automatic grenade launcher.[1] Versions![]() Both vehicles can be configured to be used in a variety of roles including:[4][6]
Operators![]() Ejder 6×6 current operators
Ejder Yalçın 4×4 current operators
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