Exhibitor: FNSS SAVUNMA SISTEMLERI A.S.
Sector: Vehicles
Brand name: KAPLAN
Manufacturer: FNSS SAVUNMA SISTEMLERI A.S.
Description: The KAPLAN-10 is a new
generation armoured combat
fighting vehicle that has the ability
to move together with main battle
tanks.
The KAPLAN-10 platform design
enables the integration of different types
of subsystems that allow it to perform
all kinds of missions.
The KAPLAN-10’s compact silhouette
combined with an advanced suspension
system allows it to manoeuvre at high
speeds in various terrains and weather
conditions.
Personnel ingress and egress the
vehicle through the rear access door.
Power pack maintenance and repair
operations are carried out via the cabin
access hatch. For balance, the two fuel
tanks are located at the rear and are
fully armoured and isolated from the
vehicle to increase personnel safety.
The KAPLAN-10 is one of the very
few armoured vehicles that feature
amphibious characteristics. Propulsion
afloat is ensured by two rear-located
propellers that allow the KAPLAN-10 to
easily navigate in deep and fast flowing
waters. In addition, the driver can enter
the water without prior preparation.
The hull of the KAPLAN-10 is
manufactured and integrated using a
ballistic welding technique. The power
pack and driver are located in the front
of the vehicle while the commander and
gunner are situated in the centre. The
rear part also hosts the gunner’s aid and
room for additional crew members.
Laser-protected glass periscopes with
a wide field of view provide the driver a
high situational awareness. Integrated
night vision systems are standard in all
variants.
The vehicle is in service with the
Turkish Land Forces in the Anti-Tank
configuration.