# Otokar and Leonardo Complete TULPAR Tank Trials

Turkey's Otokar and Italy's Leonardo have jointly completed live-fire trials of the TULPAR medium tank equipped with the Leonardo HITFACT MkII 120 mm turret, demonstrating NATO-standard firepower on a lighter, more mobile tracked vehicle. This milestone validates the TULPAR as a viable medium tank option for NATO forces, offering a balance between lethality and strategic mobility that could ease deployment challenges compared to heavier main battle tanks like the Leopard 2A8.

- **Why this matters:** NATO procurement officials and defense contractors should note the emergence of the TULPAR as a medium tank solution that meets alliance firepower standards while potentially reducing logistical burdens.
- The successful trials indicate opportunities for acquisition or integration of medium tanks that enhance rapid deployment capabilities within NATO member forces.
- Defense industry stakeholders can evaluate the TULPAR platform for potential partnerships, upgrades, or complementary systems aligned with NATO operational requirements.
- This development may influence future NATO armored vehicle procurement strategies emphasizing mobility without sacrificing firepower.

**Jurisdictions:** international
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Topics:** Physical Infrastructure
**Published:** September 19, 2026

### Vendors
- Otokar (prime contractor)
- Leonardo (prime contractor)

### Sources
- [Türkiye and Italy Jointly Complete Live-Fire Trials of TULPAR 120mm for NATO Medium Tank Role](https://www.armyrecognition.com/news/army-news/2026/tuerkiye-and-italy-jointly-complete-live-fire-trials-of-tulpar-120mm-for-nato-medium-tank-role) - Army Recognition