The Cobra is a reconnaissance vehicle of Turkish origin. It was designed to fill a need with Turkish forces for a small and mobile vehicle with adequate protection level for patrol and reconnaissance duties. It is based on the chassis of the HMMWV, but bears a much greater resemblance to the French VBL.

The chassis of the Cobra is derived from the proven HMMWV. The superstructure is very different with its V-shaped hull and monocoque steel armor. The Cobra can be configured during production for a variety of roles. Mission specific equipment includes observation and communication systems, amphibious capability kit and NBC equipment.

The Cobra can be fitted with a variety of armament. The most common setup is a one man turret with 12.7mm heavy machine gun or a 40mm automatic grenade launcher. Additionally and overhead weapon system, an autocannon or a variety of anti-tank missile launchers can be fitted.

The steel armor protects the crew from small arms fire and shell splinters. A gun shield and open roof one man turret are common. Spall liners are optional. The V-shaped hull provides resistance to mines and IED's although not a the same level as many heavier vehicles dedicated to that role.

The HMMWV 4x4 chassis provides good mobility on roads and in the field. A 190 hp turbo diesel engine provides propulsion. The maximum speed is 115 km/h on roads. Optional propellers allow the Cobra to be amphibious.

The first user was the Turkish military. The Cobra has been exported in large quantities to various nations around the world.