Otokar Cobra
Overview
Cobra
Right side view of Cobra with one man turret with 12.7mm M2HB heavy machine gun.
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Nigeria
Azerbaijan
Description
Introduction
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.
Design
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.
Firepower
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.
Protection
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.
Mobility
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.
Users
The first user was the Turkish military. The Cobra has been exported in large quantities to various nations around the world. Production seems to have switched to the larger Cobra II around 2013.
Media
Cobra
Cobra with overhead weapon system with M2HB heavy machine gun.
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Cobra
Cobra armed with 12.7mm Type 54 heavy machine gun in use with Azerbaijan.
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Cobra
Forward view of Cobra with open roof one man turret.
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Cobra
Cobra with overhead weapon system with M2HB heavy machine gun.
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Cobra
Cobra showing amphibious capability.
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Cobra
Rear view of Cobra reconnaissance vehicle.
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