The Turkish Navy will for the first time fire the domestically developed ATMACA anti-ship missile from a naval platform, during the Seawolf-II/2025 exercise, targeting the decommissioned fast attack craft ex-TCG Martı off the coast of Sinop on May 10, officials said.
The live-fire event marks the first operational use of ATMACA by the Turkish Navy in an exercise setting, following a series of development-phase test launches since 2019.
Developed by Turkish defense contractor Roketsan, the ATMACA missile has been operational with the Turkish fleet since 2021.
Defense officials regard it as a critical force multiplier for Turkey’s surface combatants.
The missile features a range exceeding 200 kilometers and utilizes active radar homing for target acquisition.
It is powered by the KTJ-3200 turbojet engine, manufactured by Turkish defense contractor Kale Arge — Turkey’s first domestically developed missile propulsion system.
This milestone reflects Ankara’s broader efforts to achieve defense self-sufficiency and reduce reliance on foreign suppliers amid concerns over potential export restrictions.
Defense analysts note that the development of the KTJ-3200 aligns with Turkey’s strategic objectives to establish greater independence in critical military technologies.
The engine is also slated for integration into missile platforms destined for international clients, including the United Arab Emirates navy.
The Seawolf-II/2025 exercise, scheduled from May 6 to 16, is one of the Turkish Naval Forces’ largest annual drills.
It will span the Black Sea, Marmara Sea, Aegean Sea and eastern Mediterranean —geopolitically sensitive regions where Turkey’s maritime posture continues to draw increased attention from neighboring countries and NATO partners.
The exercise will involve 120 ships, 85 aircraft and a mix of unmanned maritime vehicles, submarines, special forces and coastal units, with participation from the Army, Air Force, Gendarmerie and Coast Guard.
Rear Adm. Rüştü Sezer, the Navy’s head of operations, confirmed the ATMACA firing as a highlight of the exercise. He noted that the drill aims to improve joint operational capabilities across Turkish military branches.