WDS World Defense Exhibition Saudi Arabia 2026
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Spain exhibits the quality and capacity of its Defense industry in Saudi Arabia, where Margarita Robles has shown her support for national production, at the International Defense Fair held in #Riyadh.
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Launch of #WorldDefenseShow_2026 activities in Riyadh, amid a broad international presence, and the #Prince_Sattam_University pavilion, which includes more than 40 qualitative innovations in the fields of artificial intelligence, robotics, and advanced systems, attracts numerous experts, specialists, and decision-makers in the security and defense sectors on its first day.#WDS2026
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Really impressed with how great leaps our local public as well as private defense companies have taken within such a relatively short time period.
It is official. The Jasser suicide drone, produced by SERB Company, is in service with the Saudi Arabian naval forces.
Beautiful Merger of the Middle East Maritime Maintenance Company and Zamil Shipbuilding and Repair CompanyIts ships are now on display at Zamil Ships
@ZM_Naval at #GlobalDefenseExhibition2026
SAMI's Ground Systems Company launched the HEET modular vehicle SAMI-LAND.
It is official. The Jasser suicide drone, produced by SERB Company, is in service with the Saudi Arabian naval forces.
Beautiful Merger of the Middle East Maritime Maintenance Company and Zamil Shipbuilding and Repair CompanyIts ships are now on display at Zamil Ships
@ZM_Naval at #GlobalDefenseExhibition2026
SAMI's Ground Systems Company launched the HEET modular vehicle SAMI-LAND.
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Launch of the new 6x6 HEET armored vehicle from the Saudi company SAMI's industry
World Defense Show 2026 – SAMI Land unveils HEET 4×4 and HEET 8×8
08/02/2026Paolo Valpolini
Two brand new vehicles were unveiled in the late afternoon of Day 1 at the World Defense Show, which was inaugurated in Riyadh on 8
The late unveiling prevented us from gathering more information than what was available on the screens. The HEET 8×8 is fitted with a turret armed with a 105 mm gun. According to the company it is equipped with and advanced protection suite, its modularity allowing to adapt it to various missions. The late event prevented us, or the time being, from acquiring detailed information
The same is true for the HEET 4×4, a much smaller vehicle, which is designed for security and defence operations.
Both vehicles feature and ample front windscreen, with two lateral additions, which provides a full 180° to the driver and commander.
More to come …
Photos by P. Valpolini
WDS 2026 – SAMI unveils HEET 4x4 and HEET 8x8 and company reorganisation - EDR Magazine
World Defense Show 2026: SAMI Land took the veil off its HEET 8x8 and HEET 4x4 in front of a crowd of interested people.
www.edrmagazine.eu
Basically confirms what I wrote earlier in this thread and already when I joined this forum and we discussed this.
_Arabia_
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Very interesting.
As I was strolling through the exhibition, the legendary Bogdana howitzer caught my eye! And during my conversation with the booth organizers, they confirmed to me that Saudi TET Technology Company has officially begun the steps to sign a contract for localizing the howitzer and manufacturing it within the Kingdom.
The Bogdana howitzer is considered a self-propelled artillery systemto NATO standards and 155 mm caliber, transforming from a mere prototype into one of the most important pillars of strength for the Ukrainian army during the war
.A major step on the path to localizing the defense industries. Something to hold your head high about.
- The Ukrainian Bogdana howitzer was "born from the womb of suffering," as they say... After being trapped in drawers and Ukrainian bureaucracy, it emerged like a giant during the Russian war and became the primary artillery weapon despite the presence of the French Caesar, the Swedish Archer, the Czech DITA, and other howitzers
- The Bogdana howitzer deserves the primary credit after God for liberating Snake Island (Zmiinyi Island) after the Caesar howitzers failed, suffering from lack of maintenance and harsh war conditions, rendering them unable to fire, while Bogdana continued until the island was freed.
- Today, Bogdana reigns supreme worldwide in the 155 mm caliber, after Caesar had previously swept the field in this category.
- An astonishing and major success if the story is true that the howitzer will be localized domestically, and that we will own this system that combines Eastern and Western technologies, born in war until it honed its capabilities.
- Quick summary of its capabilities: It fires up to 6 rounds per minute up to a range of 60 km, and despite all its capabilities, it is one of the cheapest systems in its class and the most efficient.
Amazing, by God, Al-Kharif Company!
Al-Kharif Company is expanding even more into industrial projects.
Today we were surprised to learn that they are entering a project to manufacture components of the Korkut turret.
The turret is equipped with a high-pressure 105 mm gun and is compatible with NATO standards. It is capable of firing armor-piercing rounds as well as high-explosive ones. It also has a unique capability to elevate the gun up to +42 degrees, which allows it to function as indirect-fire artillery with a range of up to 10 km, or to engage drones.
Armored vehicle FALCON produced by Qudra for Military Industries @Qudra_sa
Vice President of Local Manufacturing at Saudi BAE Systems, Azzam Al-Haqbani, to "Al-Sharq":
We export some parts manufactured in Saudi Arabia for Typhoon aircraft and defense systems to the British Air Force
We will see more parts used in defense systems in the Gulf region
The interview on the sidelines of the World Defense Show 2026 events, held in Riyadh
Follow Al-Sharq Economy for more
As I was strolling through the exhibition, the legendary Bogdana howitzer caught my eye! And during my conversation with the booth organizers, they confirmed to me that Saudi TET Technology Company has officially begun the steps to sign a contract for localizing the howitzer and manufacturing it within the Kingdom.
The Bogdana howitzer is considered a self-propelled artillery systemto NATO standards and 155 mm caliber, transforming from a mere prototype into one of the most important pillars of strength for the Ukrainian army during the war
.A major step on the path to localizing the defense industries. Something to hold your head high about.
- The Ukrainian Bogdana howitzer was "born from the womb of suffering," as they say... After being trapped in drawers and Ukrainian bureaucracy, it emerged like a giant during the Russian war and became the primary artillery weapon despite the presence of the French Caesar, the Swedish Archer, the Czech DITA, and other howitzers
- The Bogdana howitzer deserves the primary credit after God for liberating Snake Island (Zmiinyi Island) after the Caesar howitzers failed, suffering from lack of maintenance and harsh war conditions, rendering them unable to fire, while Bogdana continued until the island was freed.
- Today, Bogdana reigns supreme worldwide in the 155 mm caliber, after Caesar had previously swept the field in this category.
- An astonishing and major success if the story is true that the howitzer will be localized domestically, and that we will own this system that combines Eastern and Western technologies, born in war until it honed its capabilities.
- Quick summary of its capabilities: It fires up to 6 rounds per minute up to a range of 60 km, and despite all its capabilities, it is one of the cheapest systems in its class and the most efficient.
Amazing, by God, Al-Kharif Company!
Al-Kharif Company is expanding even more into industrial projects.
Today we were surprised to learn that they are entering a project to manufacture components of the Korkut turret.
The turret is equipped with a high-pressure 105 mm gun and is compatible with NATO standards. It is capable of firing armor-piercing rounds as well as high-explosive ones. It also has a unique capability to elevate the gun up to +42 degrees, which allows it to function as indirect-fire artillery with a range of up to 10 km, or to engage drones.
Armored vehicle FALCON produced by Qudra for Military Industries @Qudra_sa
Vice President of Local Manufacturing at Saudi BAE Systems, Azzam Al-Haqbani, to "Al-Sharq":
We export some parts manufactured in Saudi Arabia for Typhoon aircraft and defense systems to the British Air Force
We will see more parts used in defense systems in the Gulf region
The interview on the sidelines of the World Defense Show 2026 events, held in Riyadh
Follow Al-Sharq Economy for more
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Saudi Arabia’s ERAF Industrial Company Unveils Third-Generation Tares Armored Vehicles for the First Time Globally at WDS 2026
During the World Defense Show 2026, Saudi Arabia’s ERAF Industrial Company unveiled the third generation of its Tares armored vehicles, designated Tares III, for the first time globally. Three main variants within this new family were showcased:
- Tares III-19TC1 MRAP
- Tares III-16TC1 MRAP
- Tares III-10TC1
All are available in a 4x4 configuration and are designed to meet the demands of modern combat and security missions.
Tares III-19TC1 – MRAP heavy armored vehicle
This model is the heaviest in the new family, weighing 16,500 kg empty with a payload of 2,500 kg. It boasts STANAG 4569 Level 4 protection thanks to its monocoque hull design with a V-shaped undercarriage for mine and IED resistance.
Engine and Drivetrain:
Cummins ISLe-400 400 hp diesel engine
1,500 Nm of torque
Allison fully automatic transmission
700 km range on a 300-liter fuel tank
Maximum speed 105 km/h
Mobility Capabilities:
Gravity up to 60%
Side Gradient up to 30%
14.00R20 tires
Independent suspension for enhanced off-road performance
Dimensions:
Length: 6.3 m
Wheelbase: 3.8 m
Height: 2.7 m
Ground clearance: 413 mm
The model was also presented, equipped with a 25 mm cannon turret designed by the South African company Comenius. This turret is currently being manufactured in the Kingdom following technology transfer to the company ERAF.
Tares III-16TC1 – Multi-mission Armored Personnel Carrier
This version weighs 16 tons and is also classified as an MRAP, with one level of protection lower than the heavy version. It utilizes a conventional chassis with rigid axles, reducing the curb weight to approximately 8 tons while maintaining a similar payload capacity.
Engine:
Cummins ISB 6.7-liter, 360 hp
Top speed: 110 km/h
Operating range: 600 km
Dimensions:
Length: 6.91 m
Width: 2.82 m
Height: 2.63 m without turret – 3.62 m with turret
This version is expected to form the backbone of mechanized infantry units thanks to its excellent balance of protection and mobility.
Tares III-10TC1 – The lightweight, highly maneuverable version
This version represents the lightest and most agile model, featuring a monocoque chassis with a V-shaped underbody and upgradeable STANAG Level 2 protection.
Specifications:
Empty weight: 8,500 kg
Payroll capacity: 2,000 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 10,500 – 11,000 kg
Wheelbase: 3.3 m
Approach/departure angle: 40° / 36°
Water fording depth: up to 700 mm
This version is ideal for patrol missions, border protection, and rapid deployment.
Yemeni Chief of the General Staff
During the World Defense Show 2026, Saudi Arabia’s ERAF Industrial Company unveiled the third generation of its Tares armored vehicles, designated Tares III, for the first time globally. Three main variants within this new family were showcased:
- Tares III-19TC1 MRAP
- Tares III-16TC1 MRAP
- Tares III-10TC1
All are available in a 4x4 configuration and are designed to meet the demands of modern combat and security missions.
Tares III-19TC1 – MRAP heavy armored vehicle
This model is the heaviest in the new family, weighing 16,500 kg empty with a payload of 2,500 kg. It boasts STANAG 4569 Level 4 protection thanks to its monocoque hull design with a V-shaped undercarriage for mine and IED resistance.
Engine and Drivetrain:
Cummins ISLe-400 400 hp diesel engine
1,500 Nm of torque
Allison fully automatic transmission
700 km range on a 300-liter fuel tank
Maximum speed 105 km/h
Mobility Capabilities:
Gravity up to 60%
Side Gradient up to 30%
14.00R20 tires
Independent suspension for enhanced off-road performance
Dimensions:
Length: 6.3 m
Wheelbase: 3.8 m
Height: 2.7 m
Ground clearance: 413 mm
The model was also presented, equipped with a 25 mm cannon turret designed by the South African company Comenius. This turret is currently being manufactured in the Kingdom following technology transfer to the company ERAF.
Tares III-16TC1 – Multi-mission Armored Personnel Carrier
This version weighs 16 tons and is also classified as an MRAP, with one level of protection lower than the heavy version. It utilizes a conventional chassis with rigid axles, reducing the curb weight to approximately 8 tons while maintaining a similar payload capacity.
Engine:
Cummins ISB 6.7-liter, 360 hp
Top speed: 110 km/h
Operating range: 600 km
Dimensions:
Length: 6.91 m
Width: 2.82 m
Height: 2.63 m without turret – 3.62 m with turret
This version is expected to form the backbone of mechanized infantry units thanks to its excellent balance of protection and mobility.
Tares III-10TC1 – The lightweight, highly maneuverable version
This version represents the lightest and most agile model, featuring a monocoque chassis with a V-shaped underbody and upgradeable STANAG Level 2 protection.
Specifications:
Empty weight: 8,500 kg
Payroll capacity: 2,000 kg
Gross vehicle weight: 10,500 – 11,000 kg
Wheelbase: 3.3 m
Approach/departure angle: 40° / 36°
Water fording depth: up to 700 mm
This version is ideal for patrol missions, border protection, and rapid deployment.
Yemeni Chief of the General Staff
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The science and technology wing has new things to offer.
FPV
Smart winged munitions
During his recent visit to America, he discussed a scientific technology project with an American company that is collaborating on the development of a cruise missile.
World Defense Show 2026 witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of developing local supply chains for the military industries sector, signed by Mr. Nawaf bin Khalid Al-Bawardi, Deputy Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries for the Localization Sector, with Engineer Thamer bin Mohammed Al-Muhid, CEO of the Saudi Arabian Military Industries Company, as part of the Authority's efforts to develop the military industrial sector and achieve localization targets.
It gets better and better so far.
As part of an ambitious strategy toward growth and specialization in the defense and security sector, we have launched Sami Unmanned Systems Company; to develop and operate unmanned systems solutions and support the requirements of modern operations.
FPV
Smart winged munitions
During his recent visit to America, he discussed a scientific technology project with an American company that is collaborating on the development of a cruise missile.
World Defense Show 2026 witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding for cooperation in the field of developing local supply chains for the military industries sector, signed by Mr. Nawaf bin Khalid Al-Bawardi, Deputy Governor of the General Authority for Military Industries for the Localization Sector, with Engineer Thamer bin Mohammed Al-Muhid, CEO of the Saudi Arabian Military Industries Company, as part of the Authority's efforts to develop the military industrial sector and achieve localization targets.
It gets better and better so far.
As part of an ambitious strategy toward growth and specialization in the defense and security sector, we have launched Sami Unmanned Systems Company; to develop and operate unmanned systems solutions and support the requirements of modern operations.
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ZM Naval Company
A national maritime entity resulting from the merger of Middle East Marine Maintenance Company (MEMR) and Zamil Shipbuilding and Repair Yard Company.
“Al-Kasir – ALKASIR” Anti-Armor Guided Missile
•Type: Anti-Tank Guided Missile (ATGM)
•Caliber: 157 mm
•Classification: Weapon designed to destroy tanks, armored vehicles, and heavy fortifications
Developer Company: National Company for Mechanical Industries (NCMS)
•Guidance Systems: Available in two versions - Laser-guided- Wire-guided
Amazing first day so far. May Allah (swt) continue to bestow his blessings upon Arabia, the homeland of numerous of his Prophets (AS), Prophet Muhammad (saws) his family, the sahabah and Makkah and Madinah.
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if you are still there can u try to take some pics of the SAMI/HIT truck-mounted artillery gun .
should look something like this
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The Korean Air-Launched Cruise Missile (KALCM) from LIG Nex1
The KALCM's warhead is designed to be a "bunker-penetrating" missile capable of penetrating deep targets:
Range: Approximately 500-800 kilometers.
Warhead Weight: 450 kg (approximately 1,000 lbs), while the total missile weight is 1,360 kg.
Warhead Type: Equipped with a tandem warhead (Tandem Penetrator); the first charge penetrates the outer casing or obstacles, and then the main warhead detonates inside the target.
Penetration Capability: Can penetrate up to 8 meters of reinforced concrete, making it highly effective against underground command centers.
Guidance System: Employs a hybrid system incorporating inertial navigation (INS), global navigation satellite system (GNSS), and infrared (IIR) guidance to ensure an accuracy of up to 1.5 meters. Main platforms: Originally developed for the KAI KF-21 Boramae fighter jet, but successful tests have already been conducted using the KAI FA-50 Fighting Eagle light fighter jet.
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