MİĞFER: ASELSAN’s Vehicle-Mounted Anti-Drone Shotgun System — Specs, Status and Exports Explained
MİĞFER (“helmet” in Turkish) is ASELSAN’s vehicle-mounted self-protection system against small drones. Unveiled at SAHA 2026 in Istanbul in May 2026 on a 4×4 armored vehicle, it pairs two 12-gauge shotguns with an automated sensor and tracking suite to destroy mini and micro UAVs, including FPV drones hardened against jamming, at close range.
| Manufacturer | ASELSAN |
| Operators | None publicly announced |
| Program | Company product; no SSB contract disclosed |
| Status | Unveiled May 2026; reported to be moving toward production |
| Armament | Two 12-gauge shotguns, 600 rounds/min each |
| Effective range | 100+ m (manufacturer) |
What Is MİĞFER?
Fiber-optic and jam-resistant FPV drones have exposed a gap in electronic countermeasures for armored vehicles. ASELSAN’s answer is a compact turret intended as the vehicle’s last layer of defense. Acoustic sensors, lidar, radar and electro-optics detect and track the threat; AI-based image processing classifies and prioritizes targets; and the turret can engage automatically. The system can be linked by wire or radio to higher command-and-control systems, and ASELSAN lists it as a Steel Dome element.
It was introduced alongside other counter-UAS systems at SAHA 2026, including the GÖKALP interceptor drone, the GÖKBERK 10 laser weapon and the EJDERHA 210 high-power electromagnetic system. MİĞFER is the shortest-range, platform-level piece of that portfolio.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| Armament | 2 x 12-gauge shotguns |
| Rate of fire | 2 x 600 rounds per minute |
| Ammunition | 12-gauge anti-UAV rounds |
| Effective range | 100+ m |
| Traverse / elevation | 360° / -20° to +70° |
| Sensors | Acoustic, lidar, radar and/or EO; thermal camera and laser rangefinder |
| Standards | MIL-STD 810, MIL-STD 461 |
Specifications are from ASELSAN’s May 2026 product sheet. EDR Magazine reported that the system fires Turaç “Sterling Magnum Antidrone” shells from 20-round curved magazines. Shot patterns give a better hit probability against small, agile drones than single projectiles, at a low cost per engagement.
Who Builds It and Program History
MİĞFER is an ASELSAN development. No SSB contract, program timeline or production order has been disclosed; trade press at SAHA 2026 described the system as moving toward the production stage.
Turkish Service and Deliveries
As of September 2026 there is no public information on deliveries or orders for the Turkish Armed Forces. ASELSAN says the system can be fitted to 4×4 and 6×6 vehicles and to tanks.
Exports
No export contract has been announced. ASELSAN publishes the product page in five languages, including Arabic, English and French, signalling that it is being marketed abroad.
Trade Show Appearances
The only confirmed public appearance so far is the system’s debut at SAHA 2026, held in Istanbul from 5 to 9 May 2026.
Local Content and Key Subsystems
No local content figure has been released. The turret, electro-optical suite, AI detection and fire control software are ASELSAN’s, and the anti-drone ammunition reported for the system comes from Turkish manufacturer Turaç.
Global Counterparts
Shotgun-armed anti-drone mounts have spread as field modifications on both sides of the war in Ukraine. MİĞFER turns that idea into an engineered, automated product. Western alternatives range from Israel’s Smart Shooter SMASH fire control units to Rheinmetall’s 30 mm Skyranger, but few are as light or as cheap to fire for pure vehicle self-protection.
Frequently Asked Questions
What does MİĞFER do?
It protects a vehicle against mini and micro drones, including jam-resistant FPV drones, by physically destroying them at close range.
What is its range?
ASELSAN gives an effective range of more than 100 meters.
Is it in service?
No deliveries or orders had been made public as of September 2026.
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