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title: SÜPER ŞİMŞEK UAV
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url: /detay/super-simsek-uav-f5ed2
type: article
language: English
entity:
  primary: SÜPER ŞİMŞEK UAV
  type: article
  disambiguation: Hızlı, yüksek menzilli SÜPER ŞİMŞEK İHA, hava ve kara hedeflerine karşı etkili.  50 kg'a kadar mühimmat taşıyor.
  categories:
    - name: Machinery, Robotics And Mechatronics
      slug: makine-robotik-ve-mekatronik
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    - name: Aviation And Space
      slug: havacilik-ve-uzay
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    - name: Defense Industry Technologies
      slug: savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri
      url: /kategori/savunma-sanayi-teknolojileri
  tags:
    - Kamikaze Missions
    - Swarm Technology
    - Süper Şimşek
    - TUSAŞ
    - UAV
author: Mete Düztürk
created_at: 2025-08-16T11:21:08.702732+03:00
updated_at: 2025-10-10T01:23:53.016220+03:00
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# SÜPER ŞİMŞEK UAV

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### KURE Information Card: SÜPER ŞİMŞEK UAV

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| Field | Value |
|-------|-------|
| Range(s) | 800 km |
| Category(ies) | Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) |
| Developer(s) | TUSAŞ |
| Warhead Capacity | 50 kg |
| Maximum Speed | 0.85 mach |

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## Article Content

[Süper Şimşek](/en/detay/tusas-super-simsek-a856c/llms.txt) is an unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system developed nationally by Turkish Aerospace Industries (TUSAŞ) that can operate at high subsonic speeds. Proving its operational success in joint test flights with [ANKA III](/en/detay/anka-3-uav-29c8b/llms.txt), Süper [Şimşek](/en/detay/tusas-simsek-98c1d/llms.txt) stands out as an effective platform against air and ground targets.

![Image](https://cdn.kureansiklopedi.com/media/uploads/2025/08/16/wmdvG6RAxlenAbpqAFq1R3I85Pn4eych.jpg)
*SÜPER ŞİMŞEK (Anadolu Ajansı)*

### **Technical Specifications**

This system has the capacity to carry warheads weighing up to 50 kg. Capable of reaching a range of up to 800 km when launched from the air, the Süper Şimşek stands out for its ability to perform multiple tasks in line with the swarm UAV concept. The Süper Şimşek can reach a speed of 0.85 Mach. Additionally, different configurations equipped with electronic warfare, decoy (deceptive target), and seeker warheads are also produced. The development of the Süper Şimşek is based on the Şimşek UAV system previously developed by TUSAŞ, which is typically used as a target aircraft. The new system represents a significant advancement in terms of speed and payload capacity. The Süper Şimşek has also been adapted for kamikaze missions.

### **Key Capabilities**

Süper Şimşek can be detected by radars in a similar way to fighter jets. This enables it to activate air defense systems, allowing other attack elements to reach their targets. This strategy aims to deceive and destroy air defense systems. ANKA III successfully completed its flight test by taking off with Süper Şimşek integrated under its wings. Süper Şimşek, released from the specified altitude, completed its 50-minute autonomous flight and landed with a parachute. TUSAŞ continues its research on structures where the Şimşek and Süper Şimşek, as well as similar systems, can operate together as swarm [UAVs](/en/detay/uav-and-uas-systems-f5951/llms.txt). These platforms aim to provide effective solutions against asymmetric threats in modern battlefields.

[YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IFUjU1Id6YI)
*Süper Şimşek UAV firing test from ANKA-3 UAV (turkishaerospace)*

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## Academic Sources and References

1. Anadolu Agency. “ANKA III’ten Süper Şimşek’le Hedefe Başarılı Atış.” Anadolu Agency. Accesed 20 Temmuz 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/savunma-sanayisi/anka-iiiten-super-simsekle-hedefe-basarili-atis/3531799.Anadolu Agency. “Türkiye’nin Yüksek Hızlı Hedef Uçağı Süper Şimşek Kanatlanmaya Hazır.” Anadolu Agency. Accesed 20 Temmuz 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/savunma-sanayisi/turkiyenin-yuksek-hizli-hedef-ucagi-super-simsek-kanatlanmaya-hazir/2928748.Savunma Sanayi ST. “TUSAŞ’tan Süper Şimşek Açıklaması: F-16 Sanacaklar!” SavunmaSanayiST.com. Accesed 20 Temmuz 2025. https://www.savunmasanayist.com/tusastan-super-simsek-aciklamasi-f-16-sanacaklar/.turkishaerospace. “ANKA III Süper Şimşek Atış Testi .” YouTube. Accesed 20 Temmuz 2025. https://youtu.be/IFUjU1Id6YI?si=ppHGcFO4ylVFKWxn.TUSAŞ. “Türk Havacılık ve Uzay Sanayii Tarafından Milli İmkânlarla Geliştirilen Süper Şimşek Yüksek Subsonik İHA Sistemi’nin ANKA III Üzerinden Bırakma Testi Gerçekleştirildi.” TUSAŞ. Accesed 20 Temmuz 2025. https://www.tusas.com/medya-merkezi/haberler/turk-havacilik-ve-uzay-sanayii-tarafindan-milli-imkanlarla-gelistirilen-super-simsek-yuksek-subsonik-iha-sistemi-nin-anka-iii-uzerinden-birakma-testi-gerceklestirildi.

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