Engineering:MURAD AESA Radar

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Short description: Type of radar system
MURAD
Country of originTurkey
ManufacturerAselsan
DesignerAselsan
IntroducedIn development
TypeSolid-state AESA
Azimuth360 degrees

MURAD (Milli Uçak Radarı - National Aircraft Radar) is a solid-state active electronically scanned array (AESA) radar system family developed by Turkish state-owned Aselsan. The radar is designed to enhance air combat capabilities and features advanced multi-mode functionality for a variety of operational requirements. It employs cutting-edge technology to ensure high reliability and performance across different environments.[1] There are currently two Murad radars under development; Murad 110-A and Murad 600-A.[2][3]

Development

The development of the MURAD AESA radars commenced in the early 2020s, with the aim of meeting the increasing demands for advanced radar systems in modern air combat.[4] The radar was first showcased at the 2022 Istanbul Airshow, demonstrating its capabilities in real-time target detection and tracking.[5] The radar's design focuses on flexibility and modularity, allowing it to be integrated into various aircraft platforms.[6]

Aselsan is the primary contractor, overseeing the radar's development, testing, and production processes. The radar system aims to enhance the capabilities of existing platforms while being suitable for future fighter jets.[7]

Testing

As of 2024, the MURAD radars has successfully completed initial testing phases, with numerous flight tests conducted on various testbed aircraft. The radar's performance includes enhancements for air-to-ground and maritime surveillance.[8] The first UAV flight test was successfully carried out with Bayraktar Akıncı on 1 March 2025.[9] The system is expected to be fully operational by 2025.

Features

  • Full solid-state (electronics) radar system, utilizing GaN technology[10]
  • Azimuth: 360 degrees
  • Multi-target tracking capabilities
  • Simultaneous multi-mode operation
  • Advanced ECM immunity
  • Low side-lobe antenna characteristics
  • Fast-beam agility and scanning capabilities
  • Identification friend or foe (IFF) capabilities
  • Compatible with existing Turkish Air Force platforms

Applications

The MURAD radars are designed for integration with various Turkish fighter jets and UAV platforms, including:

  • TAI TF Kaan (Planned): The next-generation fighter jet of the Turkish Air Force.
  • F-16C/D Özgür/Özgür II (Testing phase): Integration with F-16s for improved target acquisition.[11]
  • Bayraktar Akinci (Testing phase): Planned integration with advanced UAVs for multi-role capabilities.
  • Bayraktar Kızılelma (Testing phase):The flight test of the Murad radar with Kızılelma was carried out on October 21, 2025.[10]

Versions

  • MURAD 110-A (for Turkish F-16)
  • MURAD 600-A (for TAI TF Kaan)

See also

References

  1. ↑ "THE EVOLUTION OF AIR SUPERIORITY: MURAD 110-A AESA MULTI-FUNCTIONAL FIRE CONTROL RADAR". https://www.aselsan.com/en/blog/detail/487/the-evolution-of-air-superiority--murad-110a-aesa-multifunctional-fire-control-radar. 
  2. ↑ "MURAD 110-A AESA Fire Control Radar". https://www.aselsan.com/en/defence/product/3329/murad-110a. 
  3. ↑ "KAAN’ın Radarı ASELSAN MURAD-600’de Son Durum" (in tr). https://www.savunmasanayist.com/kaanin-radari-aselsan-murad-600de-son-durum/. 
  4. ↑ "F-16 AESA Burun Radarı MURAD Tanıtıldı" (in tr). 11 November 2022. https://www.defenceturkey.com/tr/icerik/f-16-aesa-burun-radari-murad-tanitildi-5300. 
  5. ↑ "Good news about MURAD AESA Radar from ASELSAN". https://www.turkishdefencenews.com/good-news-about-murad-aesa-radar-from-aselsan/. 
  6. ↑ "Turkish defense firm introduces high-tech radar that enhances country’s combat aircraft". Anadolu Agency. 27 March 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/en/turkiye/turkish-defense-firm-introduces-high-tech-radar-that-enhances-country-s-combat-aircraft/3175785. 
  7. ↑ "ASELSAN Delivers MURAD Radar for AKINCI UCAV and F-16". https://turdef.com/article/aselsan-delivers-murad-radar-for-akinci-ucav-and-f-16. 
  8. ↑ "New Aselsan radar makes debut flight on F-16 aircraft". 27 March 2024. https://www.janes.com/osint-insights/defence-news/c4isr/new-aselsan-radar-makes-debut-flight-on-f-16-aircraft. 
  9. ↑ "Bayraktar AKINCI, MURAD AESA Radarı ile ilk uçuşunu gerçekleştirdi" (in tr). Anadolu Agency. 1 March 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/savunma-sanayisi/bayraktar-akinci-murad-aesa-radari-ile-ilk-ucusunu-gerceklestirdi/3497021. 
  10. ↑ 10.0 10.1 "Bayraktar KIZILELMA, MURAD AESA radar test uçuşunu başarıyla gerçekleştirdi" (in tr). Anadolu Agency. 21 October 2025. https://www.aa.com.tr/tr/savunma-sanayisi/bayraktar-kizilelma-murad-aesa-radar-test-ucusunu-basariyla-gerceklestirdi/3722657. 
  11. ↑ "AESA, F-16’ya takıldı" (in tr). Yeni Şafak. 27 March 2024. https://www.yenisafak.com/ekonomi/aesa-f-16ya-takildi-4611245. 



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