Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar Technology conducted successful multi-aircraft flight tests with its new K2 Kamikaze unmanned aerial vehicle over the Gulf of Saros. The two-day trials, held on March 13 and 14, 2026, from the Keşan Flight Training and Test Center, involved five K2 drones flying in line, V, and right echelon formations.
The K2, described by Baykar as the largest kamikaze platform in its class, has a maximum takeoff weight of 800 kilograms and carries a 200-kilogram warhead. It offers a range exceeding 2,000 kilometers, speed over 200 km/h, and endurance of more than 13 hours, supporting long-range strategic missions.
During the tests, the drones used onboard sensors, artificial intelligence, and proprietary software to maintain formation positions without external guidance or GPS. Baykar reported that the platforms executed all tasks without error and can perform additional configurations such as Turan and wall formations. The system enables visual target identification, automatic lock-on, and operation in GPS-denied environments through terrain-scanning cameras, including night vision.
The K2 complements Baykars lineup, including the Bayraktar TB2, with capabilities for deep strikes on high-value targets.