According to information published by ASFAT on September 20, 2024, Turkey has officially launched the construction of its first domestically designed and produced air defense destroyer, the TF-2000.
![Turkey's new air defense destroyer TF-2000 will soon start tender process. 7 ships are estimated to cost 800M USD each. 8,500 tons. 64x MILDAS VLS, 16x AShM ATMACA. 127mm main gun. [976x732] :](https://preview.redd.it/o5t9murarpc81.jpg?width=976&format=pjpg&auto=webp&s=d3d9585bf39fd417a721561832481146da39f3a4)
The destroyer, designed by the Turkish Navy’s Design Project Office and spearheaded by ASFAT, is being constructed at Istanbul Naval Shipyard, a historic facility known for its advanced capabilities in shipbuilding.
The TF-2000 will serve as a key platform for regional air defense, with advanced sensor systems, including the ASELSAN-designed phased array radar system (ÇAFRAD), which will provide surveillance over a 300 km radius. This warship will be outfitted with powerful weaponry, including the Siper and Hisar air defense missiles, and Atmaca anti-ship missiles. Additionally, the ship will be equipped with the Gezgin cruise missile, designed for long-range offensive operations.
With a length of 149 meters and a displacement of 8,300 tons, the TF-2000 can reach speeds of over 26 knots. Its 96-cell vertical launch system (MİDLAS) significantly enhances its firepower. The vessel also features robust anti-submarine capabilities, with sonar systems and torpedo defense integrated into its design.