Bayraktar TB3 UCAVs’ third and fourth prototypes hit a land target with ROKETSAN’s MAM-L lightweight glide munition during the Denizkurdu 2025 naval exercise.
Previously, the naval UCAVs performed consecutive takeoffs while carrying the MAM-L munitions, as a form of rehearsal before the munition tests. This marks the first time Bayraktar TB3 performed a munition test from TCG Anadolu (L400) LHD, which will have the UCAVS as its main airborne armed ISR assets.
Following this test, Bayraktar TB3 can be expected to perform shipborne munition tests with heavier munitions such as MAM-T and UAV-122, which it dropped after taking off from a normal runway.
Bayraktar TB3 as TCG Anadolu's Persistent Eye in the Sky
Bayraktar TB3 with its long endurance ranging from 21 hours to 32 hours depending on payload will contribute to TCG Anadolu’s amphibious operation capabilities and security during transit.
The payload capacity of 280 kg including glide munitions, SUNGUR air-to-air missile, and UAV-122 aeroballistic missile on the other hand can allow Bayraktar TB3 to provide fire support to marine forces during landing and protect the mothership against small-tonnage vessels.
The UCAV’s folding wings will allow TCG Anadolu to carry between 30 and 50 units, thanks to a reduced profile during carriage.
As demonstrated this month, more than one Bayraktar TB3 can take off in a short period. The landing requires no extra mechanisms like arresting gear.
Author: Kaan Azman
Editor: Özgür Ekşi
