Otokar Cobra
Otokar Cobra
| Otokar Cobra | |
|---|---|
 Otokar Cobra in an Azerbaijani military parade. This Cobra is armed with a machine gun and a mounted gunshield. | |
| Type | Armoured vehicle |
| Place of origin |  Turkey |
| Service history | |
| In service | 1997 — Present |
| Used by | Operators |
| Wars | 2008 South Ossetia war — PKK–Turkish conflict — War in Afghanistan (2001–present) |
| Production history | |
| Designer | Otokar |
| Manufacturer | Otokar |
| Specifications | |
| Weight | combat weight 6200 kg |
| Length | 5.23m |
| Width | 2.22m |
| Height | 2.1m |
| Crew | 1+8 |
| Engine | Water cooled turbo charged 6.5 litre 190hp |
| Power/weight | 31 horsepower per ton |
| Suspension | Helical coil suspension |
| Operational range | 752 km |
| Speed | 115 km/h (72Mph) |
The Cobra (Turkish language: Kobra ) is a wheeled armoured vehicle developed by Turkish firm Otokar.
Otokar strives to continually increase shareholder value through world-class investor relations and corporate governance practices. The relations between Otokar and shareholders are carried out under the responsibility of the Investor Relations Department, which cooperates with relevant divisions.
Otokar Human Resources Policies adopt the goal of being a company where mutual trust and respect prevail and participation and diversity are valued with the strength of employees.
Cobra design
The Cobra family of vehicles have a compact profile and are transportable by aircraft, helicopter, truck and by rail for rapid deployment. The Cobra has an all-welded steel hull with wide, fully opening side and rear doors, allowing rapid exit of the crew when required.
The vehicle also features roof hatches and quick-release three-point locking system. The vehicle has a seating capacity between four and 12 depending on the variant and configuration.
An optional amphibious kit consists of double hydraulic thrusters with joystick control and closing louvres. The system allows the vehicle to enter water without preparation.
A two-piece windscreen and wide side glazing provides good visibility under ballistic protection. The windscreen is fitted with an electrical de-icing system. The hull also has all-round vision blocks. An air conditioning system is fitted as standard.
Optional equipment includes electrical self recovery winch, nuclear, chemical and biological (NBC) protection kit, infrared driving lamps, smoke grenade dischargers, night-vision-goggle-compatible (NVG) glazing, fire suppression system, night-vision periscopes for driver and commander and daytime periscopes for driver and commander.
The monocoque hull structure has optimised body angles and a low silhouette for increased survivability. Run-flat tyres are a standard feature, allowing the vehicle to continue its mission with deflated tyres.
The hull provides all-round protection against infantry rifles and machine guns and artillery shell splinters. The vehicle provides protection against anti-personnel and anti-tank mines and side explosives. Add-on armour kits can be provided if required. Protection of the crew is enhanced by using collapsible seat bases, four-point seat belts and additional composite flooring.
The monocoque steel v-hull provides protection against small arms fire, artillery shell shrapnel, anti-personnel/tank mines and IEDs. Front wheel arches are designed to be blown away to free blast pockets.
The Cobra vehicle forms a common platform which can be adapted for various roles and mission requirements including: Armoured Personnel Carrier, Anti-Tank Vehicle, Reconnaissance Vehicle, Ground Surveillance Radar Vehicle, Forward Observation Vehicle, Armoured Ambulance, Armoured Command Post, turreted vehicle for 12.7mm machine gun, 20mm cannon, anti-tank missiles such as the TOW missile/Spike missile or surface-to-air missiles.
Cobra can be used as an amphibious vehicle in combat. Turkish Naval Forces is now looking for a new amphibious vehicle and Otokar Cobra is listed amongst the candidates for acquisitions.
Otokar strives to continually increase shareholder value through world-class investor relations and corporate governance practices. The relations between Otokar and shareholders are carried out under the responsibility of the Investor Relations Department, which cooperates with relevant divisions.
Otokar Human Resources Policies adopt the goal of being a company where mutual trust and respect prevail and participation and diversity are valued with the strength of employees.
The monocoque steel v-hull provides protection against small arms fire, artillery shell shrapnel, anti-personnel/tank mines and IEDs. Front wheel arches are designed to be blown away to free blast pockets.
The Cobra vehicle forms a common platform which can be adapted for various roles and mission requirements including: Armoured Personnel Carrier, Anti-Tank Vehicle, Reconnaissance Vehicle, Ground Surveillance Radar Vehicle, Forward Observation Vehicle, Armoured Ambulance, Armoured Command Post, turreted vehicle for 12.7mm machine gun, 20mm cannon, anti-tank missiles such as the TOW missile/Spike missile or surface-to-air missiles.
Cobra can be used as an amphibious vehicle in combat. Turkish Naval Forces is now looking for a new amphibious vehicle and Otokar Cobra is listed amongst the candidates for acquisitions.
The monocoque hull structure has optimised body angles and a low silhouette for increased survivability. Run-flat tyres are a standard feature, allowing the vehicle to continue its mission with deflated tyres.
The hull provides all-round protection against infantry rifles and machine guns and artillery shell splinters. The vehicle provides protection against anti-personnel and anti-tank mines and side explosives. Add-on armour kits can be provided if required. Protection of the crew is enhanced by using collapsible seat bases, four-point seat belts and additional composite flooring.
Otokar strives to continually increase shareholder value through world-class investor relations and corporate governance practices. The relations between Otokar and shareholders are carried out under the responsibility of the Investor Relations Department, which cooperates with relevant divisions.
Otokar Human Resources Policies adopt the goal of being a company where mutual trust and respect prevail and participation and diversity are valued with the strength of employees.
Cobra LAV mission variants
The Cobra vehicle forms a common platform, which can be adapted for various roles and mission requirements including: armoured personnel carrier, anti-tank vehicle, reconnaissance vehicle, ground surveillance radar vehicle, forward observation vehicle, armoured ambulance, armoured command post, turreted vehicle for 12.7mm machine gun, 25mm cannon, anti-tank guided missiles such as the TOW missile or surface-to-air missiles.
Companies Involved
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