Turkish drone-maker Baykar has introduced MIZRAK, a new AI-assisted loitering munition designed for long-range strike missions. The new drone shows Turkey is moving fast in unmanned defense technology, especially in autonomous strike systems and kamikaze drones.
MIZRAK means “spear” in Turkish. The name matches the drone’s role because it is built to fly long distances and strike targets with precision. According to Baykar, MIZRAK can travel more than 1,000 kilometers and stay in the air for over seven hours. This makes it a long-endurance loitering munition that can be used for deep-strike missions.
Baykar said the drone has a maximum takeoff weight of 200 kilograms. It has a wingspan of around four meters and can fly at a maximum speed of about 185 kilometers per hour. The drone can also operate at an altitude of up to 10,000 feet. These features make MIZRAK useful for both tactical and long-range missions.
The most important feature of the MIZRAK drone is its warhead option. The system can carry a 40-kilogram warhead for heavy strike missions. Engineers designed this version to hit larger and stronger targets. It can also carry a 20-kilogram warhead with an RF seeker. Engineers made this version for more precise attacks against radar systems and other electronic targets.
The RF seeker gives MIZRAK the ability to target radar-emitting systems. This means operators can use the drone against air defense radars, communication systems, and electronic warfare equipment. In modern warfare, this type of capability is important because many military systems depend on radar and electronic signals.
MIZRAK also comes with AI-assisted optical guidance and autonomous flight features. This means the drone can use artificial intelligence to support navigation, target detection, and flight control. Baykar says the drone can work even when GPS signals are blocked or jammed. This is important because militaries now commonly use electronic warfare systems to disrupt drones on the battlefield.
The drone has GPS-independent navigation, visual positioning, and onboard optical guidance. These systems help MIZRAK continue its mission even in difficult conditions. If satellite navigation is not available, the drone can still use its onboard systems to locate and strike its target. This makes it more reliable in areas where hostile forces block or heavily jam signals.
Anti-jamming protection is another key feature of the new Baykar MIZRAK drone. This protection helps the drone keep its control and communication links during electronic attacks. As more countries use jamming systems against drones, anti-jamming technology has become a major part of modern unmanned aircraft.
Turkish defense firm Baykar has introduced the Mızrak kamikaze drone.
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— International Defence Analysis (@Defence_IDA) April 30, 2026MIZRAK is also designed for flexible launching. It can take off from normal runways, but it can also launch from rough or temporary areas. Baykar says the drone supports optional rocket-assisted takeoff. This allows operators to use the system in places where a proper runway is not available. For military teams, this can make deployment faster and easier in remote areas.
The drone can also connect with Baykar’s larger unmanned aircraft, including Bayraktar TB2, Bayraktar TB3, and AKINCI drones. This network connection allows MIZRAK to take part in coordinated missions. It can share data and video links with other drones, helping operators manage larger unmanned operations.
This type of network integration is important because modern drone warfare is no longer about one aircraft working alone. Many missions now use several drones together for surveillance, targeting, and strike operations. MIZRAK’s ability to work with TB2, TB3, and AKINCI makes it part of Baykar’s wider unmanned defense system.
The drone also uses electro-optical and infrared cameras. These sensors can help with reconnaissance, surveillance, and target identification. Before striking a target, the drone can collect visual information and help operators understand the battlefield. This gives MIZRAK more flexibility because it can be used for both observation and attack missions.
Baykar introduced MIZRAK before its public debut at the SAHA 2026 Defense, Aviation, and Space Industry Fair in Istanbul. The organizers scheduled the event to take place from May 5 to May 9. According to the company, MIZRAK has already completed live-fire tests before the announcement. This shows that the system has passed an important testing stage.
MIZRAK is the third loitering munition introduced by Baykar in less than two months. The company also recently unveiled the K2 Kamikaze drone and the Sivrisinek loitering munition. All three systems show Baykar’s growing focus on autonomous strike drones and long-range unmanned weapons.
The launch of MIZRAK comes as loitering munitions are becoming more important in global defense. These drones can fly over an area, wait for the right target, and then strike with precision. They combine surveillance and attack capability in one system, which makes them useful in modern military operations.
