An electro-optic reconnaissance, surveillance and targeting system developed by Türkiye's state-run defense contractor Aselsan has been integrated into the South African-developed multi-role tactical aircraft Mwari, a report said Tuesday.
That expands the Turkish company's international footprint with ASELFLIR-500, a product the country developed indigenously following years of restrictions and embargoes on drone camera systems.
The integration enhances the capabilities of the aircraft, developed by South Africa's Paramount Aerospace Industries, in intelligence, surveillance and reconnaissance, as well as target detection, tracking and designation, Anadolu Agency (AA) said, citing information provided by Aselsan.
Designed for both manned and unmanned aerial platforms, the ASELFLIR-500 combines a high-resolution mid-wave infrared camera, a daylight camera and a short-wave infrared imaging channel.
The system also features laser rangefinding, laser target designation, automatic target tracking, precision stabilization and advanced image-processing capabilities. Weighing approximately 54 kilograms, its laser rangefinder and designator have an operational range of up to 35 kilometers (22 miles).
