Armoured Vehicle / MRAP
Otokar COBRA II
The Otokar COBRA II is a Turkish 4×4 light armoured tactical vehicle made by Otokar, part of Koç Holding, in Sakarya. Unveiled in 2014 and in service since 2015, it is a mainstay of Turkish Land Forces, Gendarmerie and police units.
Türkiye|Otokar (Koç Holding)What Is the Otokar COBRA II? Overview, History and Development
The COBRA II succeeds the original COBRA of 1996, with a longer hull, V-shaped bottom and more armour. A 300 hp Cummins ISB6.7 diesel and an Allison automatic gearbox give a road speed of about 110 km/h and a range of about 700 km at roughly 8.7 tonnes. The crew of two carries up to nine troops, and protection is STANAG 4569 Level 2-3, rising to Level 3-4 with add-on armour.
Türkiye operates several hundred to over 1,000 COBRA II according to open estimates, and Azerbaijan is a confirmed operator. Georgia and Kosovo are also named in some lists, which should be verified. The vehicle has been used in Operations Euphrates Shield, Olive Branch and Peace Spring and in counter-terrorism work. Armament options include Aselsan SARP remote stations, 20 mm turrets and a 120 mm mortar.
Otokar COBRA II Specifications: Weight, Armament, Armor and Mobility
Otokar COBRA II Variants and Versions Compared
The COBRA II is the standard 4×4 version in Turkish service since 2015.
The COBRA II MRAP is the mine-resistant version, also made in a longer 4×4 variant.
The COBRA II 4×4 is the base platform from which ambulance, command, CBRN recon, mortar and ATGM versions are built.
Which Countries Use the Otokar COBRA II? Operators and Users
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AzerbaijanOtokar COBRA II FAQ: Price, Range, Operators and Most Asked Questions
How much does a COBRA II cost?
The Otokar COBRA II costs roughly US$300,000-500,000 per vehicle as an estimate. The price depends on armour and weapon configuration.
How fast is the COBRA II?
The Otokar COBRA II has a top road speed of about 110 km/h and a range of about 700 km. A 300 hp Cummins ISB6.7 diesel powers the vehicle.
Which countries use the COBRA II?
The COBRA II is used by Türkiye and Azerbaijan, with Georgia and Kosovo named in some lists that should be verified. Gulf interest, such as Bahrain and Oman, has been reported but is unconfirmed.
COBRA II vs Ejder Yalçın: which is better?
The COBRA II and Nurol Ejder Yalçın are both Turkish 4×4 vehicles, and the COBRA II is lighter at about 8.7 tonnes against about 14 tonnes for the Ejder Yalçın. The Ejder Yalçın is heavier and offers higher protection levels.
Is the COBRA II amphibious?
No, the Otokar COBRA II is not amphibious in standard versions. Its V-shaped hull provides mine and IED protection.
How many COBRA II does Türkiye have?
Türkiye has several hundred to over 1,000 COBRA II vehicles according to open estimates, with exact numbers not officially published. They serve with the Land Forces, Gendarmerie, special forces and police.