BMC Power is showcasing its full range of engines developed using 100 percent Turkish engineering at SAHA 2026, highlighting Türkiye’s push for propulsion independence across land and naval platforms.
The company’s portfolio spans engines from 400 horsepower to 1,500 horsepower, designed for armored vehicles, heavy platforms and marine applications.
At the lighter end, the TUNA engine delivers 400 horsepower and is designed for tactical vehicles. It represents one of the earliest steps in Türkiye’s domestic engine development program.
Moving up, the AZRA and LEVEND engines each produce 600 horsepower. These engines are aimed at 6×6 and 8×8 armored vehicles and are currently undergoing testing and preparation for serial production.
The UTKU engine marks a major step forward. It is a 1,000 horsepower V-type engine and is the first V8 engine developed by Turkish engineers. Initial ignition tests were completed successfully, with further testing ongoing.
At the top end is the BATU powerpack, a 1,500 horsepower V12 engine developed from scratch along with its transmission and cooling system.
The engine is designed for heavy platforms such as main battle tanks. It is Türkiye’s first domestically developed 12-cylinder engine and continues to undergo qualification testing.
Complementing this is the BLUE BATU, a 1,407 horsepower marine diesel engine developed for naval applications, extending BMC Power’s reach beyond land systems.
BMC Power is not only developing engines but complete powerpack systems.
These include transmission units with steering and braking capability, high-
efficiency cooling systems and integrated control units. The approach allows full system optimization for military platforms.
The company’s test and integration capabilities are also being highlighted at the show, reflecting its focus on end-to-end development.
The engine family on display reflects Türkiye’s long-term effort to reduce reliance on foreign suppliers for critical subsystems.
From tactical vehicle engines to tank powerpacks, BMC Power’s lineup demonstrates a complete domestic capability across multiple power ranges.
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