Türkiye has formally inducted the AGGÖZ Gimbal 275, a domestically designed and produced electro-optical reconnaissance, surveillance, and targeting system, into the inventory of its security forces.
Developed under the coordination of the Presidency of Defence Industries (SSB), the system is intended to support a range of missions on both mobile and fixed platforms. Produced by Turkish defense company ASISGUARD, AGGÖZ Gimbal 275 underwent extensive field testing before being accepted into operational use.The system features a high-resolution day camera for long-range reconnaissance, a cooled thermal camera for night and adverse weather operations, as well as a laser rangefinder and automatic target tracking capability. It also incorporates advanced image stabilization, allowing for clear imaging under vibration and movement. Its lightweight and durable design makes it adaptable across air, land, and naval platforms.
ASISGUARD General Manager Barış Düzgün told Anadolu Agency that the system was developed in response to current operational needs:“In today’s combat environment, surveillance and situational awareness are vital. To increase the effectiveness of offensive operations and to detect threats as early and accurately as possible, high-performance electro-optical reconnaissance, surveillance, and targeting systems are essential. We focused on creating a solution that can serve as the common eye of air, land, and sea platforms, which resulted in AGGÖZ Gimbal 275. After our own internal development process and field testing with the security forces, it has now entered service.”
Düzgün added that AGGÖZ would provide critical advantages in border security, counter-terrorism, and reconnaissance missions:
“AGGÖZ responds not only to today’s requirements but also to the demands of the future. At the same time, we will continue to improve system performance and develop new platforms.”
The integration of AGGÖZ Gimbal 275 reflects Türkiye’s wider strategy of reducing foreign dependence and expanding the role of indigenous defense technologies in national security.