In today’s dynamic battlespace, where conventional and asymmetric threats converge, supremacy is no longer secured solely through kinetic firepower or traditional air defense systems. Instead, the electromagnetic spectrum has emerged as the decisive operational domain—an arena where radar deception, electronic jamming, and signature suppression determine survival. Few defense players have adapted to this transformation as strategically as ASELSAN, Türkiye’s leading defense technology company.
As part of IDEF 2025 in Istanbul, ASELSAN is set to spotlight two of its most advanced systems under the banner of Electronic Warfare (EW): KORAL 200 New Generation Mobile Radar EW System and the EJDERHA High Power Electromagnetic C-UAV Protection System. Together, these platforms signal a major leap in electromagnetic dominance for both national and allied forces.
Spectrum Superiority: The New Battlefield Paradigm
ASELSAN President & CEO Ahmet Akyol outlines a clear vision of the future battlefield, one where mobility, modularity, and emission control dictate success. “We are seeing an accelerating shift toward low-emission doctrines, decentralized EW-capable units, and the use of directed energy weapons to counter low-cost UAV swarms,” Akyol says. “The need for integrated, layered, and AI-assisted defense architectures is more urgent than ever and at ASELSAN, we are prioritizing the development of such integrated solutions across all domains.”
This shift is not theoretical; it is tactical. Today’s adversaries leverage low-cost drones, loitering munitions, and signature-hardened radar systems to bypass traditional defense layers. In response, nations are investing in EW not as a support capability, but as a frontline combat function. ASELSAN’s KORAL 200 and EJDERHA directly address this transformation, providing both proactive suppression and reactive protection in contested operational environments.
KORAL 200: Tactical Powerhouse for Radar Threat Neutralization
Engineered for speed, survivability, and modularity, KORAL 200 is ASELSAN’s latest evolution in radar-targeted electronic warfare. Unveiled as a highlight at IDEF 2025, the system reflects over five decades of ASELSAN’s expertise in radar and electronic warfare integration.
KORAL 200 is a mobile dual-function platform that combines Electronic Support (ES) and Electronic Attack (EA) capabilities in a single architecture. Its modular components can operate in both standalone and networked formations, enabling defense forces to deploy the system flexibly across threat environments—from high-tempo strike escorts to static asset protection.
At its core, the ES subsystem employs a multi-receiver structure and wide instantaneous bandwidth to detect and analyze radar emissions with precision. Operating across dense pulse repetition frequency (PRF), continuous wave (CW), and low-probability-of-intercept (LPI) environments, the system delivers reliable direction-finding using amplitude and phase comparison methods.
Meanwhile, the EA subsystem utilizes high-power phased array antennas for targeted beam steering and dynamic jamming. Drawing from an adaptive technique library, KORAL 200 can deceive or disrupt multiple radar emitters simultaneously, enhancing force survivability and preserving operational surprise.
Beyond reactive EW, KORAL 200 offers mission-driven intelligence via pre-mission planning and post-operation analysis tools. These features allow commanders to simulate, model, and refine their electromagnetic tactics before and after deployment—providing a valuable learning loop for increasingly complex scenarios.
And critically, the system is built with NATO interoperability in mind. From standardized interfaces to precise positioning accuracy, KORAL 200 slots seamlessly into allied command structures, offering a plug-and-play advantage for multinational operations.
“At ASELSAN, we see KORAL 200 as a system that brings the fight to the radar, before the radar ever has a chance to fight back,” says CEO Ahmet Akyol. “It’s not just about defense; it’s about disrupting the kill chain at its source and ensuring operational dominance in the electromagnetic battlespace.”
EJDERHA AD/200: Directed Energy for a Drone-Dominated Threat Landscape
If KORAL 200 represents electronic attack in the air defense suppression context, EJDERHAbrings electromagnetic firepower to the rapidly growing domain of counter-unmanned aerial systems (C-UAV). With the explosion of small, expendable UAVs across modern conflicts, many operating on unconventional frequency bands or using autonomous logic, the need for non-kinetic, high-reliability defenses has never been greater.
This is where EJDERHA enters the stage, ASELSAN’s next-generation High Power Electromagnetic (HPEM) system. Mounted on a mobile trailer platform, the system emits narrow-band electromagnetic waves to physically degrade or destroy the electronic subsystems of mini and micro-UAVs. This is not jamming—it’s disruption at the hardware level.
EJDERHA system features an advanced directed antenna that enables narrow-beam, high-precision targeting, allowing it to focus electromagnetic energy precisely on hostile UAVs. Its multiple operation modes support both fixed-point coverage and dynamic scanning, making it adaptable to a range of mission scenarios. The system also offers adjustable pulse parameters, which can be tailored to meet specific operational needs. Integrated with an electro-optical detection capability, EJDERHA can engage threats automatically or semi-automatically upon identification. To maintain continuous high-power output, the system is supported by a next-generation cooling infrastructure that ensures reliable and sustained electromagnetic pulse delivery during extended engagements.
Unlike traditional RF jamming methods, EJDERHA causes permanent or semi-permanent physical failure, ranging from system reboots to total control loss. Its selective beam guidance ensures minimal collateral interference, protecting friendly forces and maintaining spectrum hygiene.
As ASELSAN’s President & CEO Akyol emphasizes directed energy weapons are no longer optional, they are essential: “With UAVs becoming cheaper and smarter, you can’t afford to spend a missile on every threat. HPEM systems like EJDERHA are the future; low-cost per shot, reusable, and effective across almost all drone types.”
Interoperable, Agile, and Ready for the Fight Ahead
Both KORAL 200 and EJDERHA embody ASELSAN’s evolving philosophy: EW is no longer a back-end support asset—it’s a core pillar of survivability and mission assurance. Whether protecting advancing forces from air defense threats or shielding critical zones from drone incursions, these systems offer force multipliers built for today’s asymmetric threat environment.
At IDEF 2025, these technologies will not only be showcased but actively demonstrated to international delegations. For partners seeking scalable, export-ready EW solutions that integrate with layered air defense, ASELSAN offers a full spectrum—from sensors and effectors to command-and-control ecosystems powered by artificial intelligence.
In a battlespace defined by speed, ambiguity, and electromagnetic complexity, ASELSAN is not just adapting—it is shaping the future. With KORAL 200 and EJDERHA, that future is already in the field.
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