Kuwait Receives Initial Batch of Bayraktar TB2 Drones from Baykar

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Kuwait receives initial batch of Bayraktar TB2 Drones from Baykar, marking a significant milestone in Turkish defense exports and regional military cooperation. This strategic delivery represents the successful execution of a major defense contract while demonstrating the growing international confidence in Turkish unmanned aerial vehicle technology. Kuwait receives initial batch of Bayraktar TB2 Drones from Baykar during a commissioning ceremony held at Salem Al-Sabah base, underscoring the strengthening defense partnership between Turkey and Kuwait. The deal positions the Gulf nation as the 28th country to integrate Bayraktar TB2 drones into its armed forces arsenal.

The substantial defense contract, valued at approximately $367 million, was officially signed with Turkish manufacturer Baykar in June 2023 following extensive evaluation and negotiation processes. This comprehensive agreement encompasses far more than basic drone delivery, representing a complete capability transfer package designed to ensure operational success.

Contract specifications include delivery of 18 Bayraktar TB2 combat drones, three sophisticated ground control stations, comprehensive training equipment packages, and Roketsan MAM-L precision ammunition systems. The three-year technical support agreement ensures sustained operational readiness and capability maintenance throughout the initial deployment period.

This contract structure demonstrates Baykar’s commitment to providing complete operational solutions rather than standalone equipment sales, ensuring customer success through comprehensive support frameworks.