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BMC Tulga

Producer

BMC

Service Entry (Planned)

2025 (Türkiye)

Vehicle Type

Armored SUV / Pickup

Engine

Diesel

Intercooler

800 Nm @ 1500-1800 rpm

250 PS @ 2500 rpm

5 lt

4

4 cylinders

Maximum Speed

130 km/h (estimated)

Range

400-600 km (depending on model)

Climbing Ability

60% (slope)

Side Slope

30%

Water Fording Depth

875 mm

Armor Level (Estimated)

BR6 / BR7 (depending on model)

Payload Capacity

5 personnel + 750-1000 kg (depending on model)

Hull Material

Armored steel

BMC Tulga is an armored SUV (Sport Utility Vehicle) developed and manufactured by the Turkish defense industry company BMC. The vehicle is specifically designed to meet the operational needs of security forces and military personnel. Tulga stands out for its high mobility, armor protection, and adaptability to various missions.


BMC Tulga (BMC)

Development and Design

The development of Tulga was shaped by BMC’s experience with existing vehicle platforms and the evolving requirements of security forces. The vehicle is designed to operate effectively both in urban environments and off-road conditions. Thanks to its modular design, various equipment and weapon systems can be integrated to suit different missions. It has been reported that President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan has used the vehicle.


Cumhurbaşkanı Recep Tayyip Erdoğan, TEKNOFEST İstanbul 2019 (AA)

Technical Specifications (General)

Mobility

  • Max speed of 130 km/h
  • 60% climbing capability
  • 30% maximum side slope
  • 875 mm wading depth
  • 300 mm ground clearance

Range

  • TULGA SUV: 600 km
  • TULGA Pick-up: 400 km
  • 30% side slope

Capacity

  • 5 seats
  • TULGA SUV: 750 kg payload capacity
  • TULGA Pick-up: 1000 kg payload capacity

Equipment

  • Air conditioning and heating system
  • Independent auxiliary heater
  • Run-flat tires
  • Adjustable cruise control system
  • Blind spot warning system (mirror)
  • Radio
  • Night vision system
  • Height and depth adjustable steering wheel
  • Multimedia system
  • Digital video recorder
  • Fire-resistant vehicle paint
  • Self-recovery winch
  • Emergency exit hatch
  • Weapon mount
  • Darkening mode
  • Hill start assist system
  • Electronic transmission control panel

TULGA SUV

  • Front and rear proximity parking sensors, rear-view camera (rearview mirror), 360-degree camera awareness system, navigation-enabled multimedia system with 6.2” display, USB connectivity, voice-activated seatbelt warning system, collision warning system, heated seats

TULGA Pick-up

  • Tire pressure monitoring system, intercom (single or dual direction), heated driver and front passenger seats, spare tire, off-road compatible air intake kit, front protection bar, roof-mounted light (with announcement system), tinted side and rear windows


BMC Tulga (AA)

Applications

Tulga is designed for use in a variety of security and military operations. Its primary applications include:

  • Personnel transport
  • Patrol duties
  • Reconnaissance and surveillance
  • Command and control vehicle
  • Border security
  • Internal security operations

Bibliographies

Anadolu Ajansı. "Cumhurbaşkanı Erdoğan, yerli pikap aracı Tulga'yı kullandı." Accessed May 1, 2025.https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/bilim-teknoloji/cumhurbaskani-erdogan-yerli-pikap-araci-tulgayi-kullandi/1590169.

Anadolu Ajansı. "Türkiye'nin ilk zırhlı SUV'u Tulga 2025'te görevde olacak." Accessed May 1, 2025.https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/ekonomi/turkiyenin-ilk-zirhli-suvu-tulga-2025te-gorevde-olacak/3049435.

Defence Turk. "BMC'nin yerli zırhlı pikabı Tulga'nın son hali görüntülendi." Accessed May 1, 2025.https://www.defenceturk.net/bmcnin-yerli-zirhli-pikabi-tulganin-son-hali-goruntulendi

Ministry of Interior of the Republic of Türkiye. "Turkey's Native SUV Vehicle, Tulga, Emerged for the First Time." Accessed May 1, 2025.https://www.icisleri.gov.tr/turkiyenin-yerli-suv-araci-tulga-ilk-kez-ortaya-cikti.

YouTube. "https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=PzmycU3Puqg." Accessed May 1, 2025.

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AuthorArif Zahid YükselJuly 14, 2026 at 6:04 PM

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Contents

  • Development and Design

  • Technical Specifications (General)

    • Mobility

    • Range

    • Capacity

    • Equipment

    • TULGA SUV

    • TULGA Pick-up

  • Applications