Turkey Unveils First Indigenous Hypersonic Ballistic Missile “Tayfun Block-4” at IDEF 2025.
Science and Technology
In July 2025, Turkey unveiled its first indigenously developed hypersonic ballistic missile, named Tayfun Block-4, during the 17th International Defence Industry Fair (IDEF 2025) held in Istanbul. This marks Turkey’s strategic entry into the global hypersonic missile domain, aiming to boost its long-range strike capabilities and strengthen its military deterrence.
- With the launch of Tayfun Block-4, Turkey has become the second NATO (North Atlantic Treaty Organization) member, after the United States, to successfully develop an indigenous hypersonic missile. The launch positions Turkey alongside global hypersonic powers such as the USA, Russia, and China, further enhancing its defence posture.
- The Tayfun Block-4 missile has been developed by Roketsan, a prominent Turkish defense contractor. It is a long-range, hypersonic air-to-surface missile designed to evade modern air defense systems. It can achieve speeds exceeding Mach 5, making it a formidable tool for precision strikes on high-value strategic targets.
- The missile incorporates an advanced guidance system that blends Global Positioning System (GPS) and Global Navigation Satellite System (GLONASS) with Inertial Navigation System (INS). This integration provides high-accuracy targeting, with a maximum error constant of just 5 meters, making it highly reliable for tactical and strategic operations.
Main Point :- (i) In terms of specifications, Tayfun Block-4 measures 6.5 meters in length, has a diameter of 938 mm, and weighs 2,300 kilograms. It has a maximum range of 800 kilometers and uses a multi-purpose warhead. It is launched using Mobile Transporter Erector Launchers (MTEL), allowing greater deployment flexibility across varied terrain.
(ii) The unveiling of Tayfun Block-4 reflects Turkey’s evolving military-industrial base and strategic ambitions. The missile’s speed, accuracy, and range establish a new benchmark in Turkey’s defense technology and signal its emergence as a serious player in next-generation weapons development.
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