Armoured Vehicle / MRAP
Otokar Akrep
The Otokar Akrep is a Turkish 4×4 light armoured vehicle made by Otokar, part of the Koç Group, in production since 1994. It is used by Türkiye for patrol, reconnaissance and internal security, and a heavier Akrep II and electric Akrep IIe followed.
Türkiye|OtokarOverview
Otokar built the Akrep (“Scorpion”) prototype in May 1993 and began production in June 1994. The Akrep I is the original base model, while the Akrep II has a longer wheelbase, more weight and higher protection. The all-welded steel hull stops 7.62 mm ball ammunition and shell splinters, and higher STANAG levels apply to the Akrep II. Weight figures vary by source, about 3.6–4.5 t for the Akrep I and roughly 6–8 t for the Akrep II.
The crew is a driver and commander plus up to six troops, and armament ranges from a 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine gun to a remote weapon station or AGS-17 grenade launcher. Operators are the Turkish Land Forces, Gendarmerie and Police; exports are limited and no Arab operators are verified. Otokar showed the electric Akrep IIe at IDEX in 2021, as the first Turkish electric armoured vehicle. No price is public, but estimates are a few hundred thousand USD.
Key Specifications
Variants
The Akrep I is the original light 4×4 patrol and reconnaissance vehicle introduced in the mid-1990s.
The Akrep II is the longer-wheelbase, heavier version with higher protection and optional turrets.
The Akrep IIe is the electric version first shown at IDEX in 2021.
Operators
TürkiyeFrequently Asked Questions
What is the Otokar Akrep?
The Otokar Akrep is a Turkish 4×4 light armoured vehicle used for patrol, reconnaissance and internal security. Otokar began production in 1994, and it serves with the Turkish Land Forces, Gendarmerie and Police.
How much does the Akrep cost?
No official price for the Otokar Akrep is public, but estimates put it at a few hundred thousand USD per vehicle (hedged). Cost varies with armour and weapons fitted.
Akrep vs Cobra: what is the difference?
The Otokar Akrep is a smaller 4×4 vehicle of about 3.6–8 t depending on version, while the Otokar Cobra is Otokar’s bigger 4×4. Akrep suits patrol and reconnaissance, with the Cobra offering more space and protection.
Is there an electric Akrep?
Yes. Otokar showed the Akrep IIe, an electric version, at IDEX in 2021, described as the first Turkish electric armoured vehicle. The Akrep IIe is a demonstrator, and Otokar has not announced series production in the facts available.
Which countries use the Otokar Akrep?
The Otokar Akrep is used by Türkiye’s Land Forces, Gendarmerie and Police. Exports are limited, and no foreign or Arab operators are verified in open sources.
How many troops does the Akrep carry?
The Otokar Akrep carries a driver and commander plus up to six troops. It is armed with a 7.62 mm or 12.7 mm machine gun, a remote weapon station or a grenade launcher.