Allison Awarded New Contract to Provide Propulsion Solution for Turkish Armed Forces Next Generation Vehicle
Allison Transmission has secured a phase two contract with HST Otomotiv to supply X1100-5A4 cross-drive transmissions for Turkey's Next Generation T-155 Firtina Howitzer program. This contract extends their partnership following the successful delivery of 10 transmissions in 2024 under phase one. The new agreement includes 32 additional transmissions, with deliveries scheduled for Q1 2026.
The project is part of several growth opportunities expected to generate $100 million in incremental annual revenue in Allison's Defense segment. The total program is anticipated to produce 140-160 Firtina Howitzers for the Turkish Armed Forces. The X1100 transmission, designed for heavy tracked combat vehicles weighing 45-63 tons, features four forward ranges, two reverse ranges, and integrates steering and braking in a single unit.
Allison Transmission ha ottenuto un contratto di fase due con HST Otomotiv per fornire trasmissioni cross-drive X1100-5A4 per il programma della prossima generazione di obici T-155 Firtina in Turchia. Questo contratto estende la loro partnership dopo la consegna riuscita di 10 trasmissioni nel 2024 nel corso della fase uno. Il nuovo accordo include 32 trasmissioni aggiuntive, con consegne programmate per il primo trimestre del 2026.
Il progetto fa parte di diverse opportunità di crescita che si prevede genereranno 100 milioni di dollari di ricavi annuali incrementali nel segmento Difesa di Allison. Si prevede che il programma totale produca 140-160 obici Firtina per le Forze Armate turche. La trasmissione X1100, progettata per veicoli da combattimento pesanti cingolati dal peso di 45-63 tonnellate, presenta quattro gamme di avanzamento, due gamme di retromarcia e integra sterzo e frenata in un'unica unità.
Allison Transmission ha asegurado un contrato de fase dos con HST Otomotiv para suministrar transmisiones cross-drive X1100-5A4 para el programa de obuses de nueva generación T-155 Firtina de Turquía. Este contrato extiende su asociación tras la exitosa entrega de 10 transmisiones en 2024 bajo la fase uno. El nuevo acuerdo incluye 32 transmisiones adicionales, con entregas programadas para el primer trimestre de 2026.
El proyecto es parte de varias oportunidades de crecimiento que se espera generen 100 millones de dólares en ingresos anuales adicionales en el segmento de Defensa de Allison. Se anticipa que el programa total produzca entre 140 y 160 obuses Firtina para las Fuerzas Armadas turcas. La transmisión X1100, diseñada para vehículos de combate pesados sobre orugas con un peso de entre 45 y 63 toneladas, cuenta con cuatro marchas hacia adelante, dos marchas hacia atrás e integra la dirección y el frenado en una sola unidad.
앨리슨 트랜스미션은 HST 오토모티브와 함께 터키의 차세대 T-155 피르티나 포 프로그램을 위한 X1100-5A4 크로스 드라이브 변속기를 공급하는 2단계 계약을 체결했습니다. 이 계약은 1단계에서 2024년 10개의 변속기의 성공적인 납품 이후 파트너십을 연장하는 것입니다. 새로운 계약에는 추가로 32개의 변속기가 포함되어 있으며, 납품은 2026년 1분기로 예정되어 있습니다.
이 프로젝트는 앨리슨의 방산 부문에서 매년 1억 달러의 추가 수익을 창출할 것으로 예상되는 여러 성장 기회의 일환입니다. 이 전체 프로그램은 터키 군대를 위한 140-160개의 피르티나 포를 생산할 것으로 예상됩니다. X1100 변속기는 45-63톤 중량의 중형 궤도 전투 차량을 위해 설계되었으며, 4개의 전진 기어와 2개의 후진 기어가 있으며, 방향 조정과 제동을 하나의 유닛에 통합합니다.
Allison Transmission a signé un contrat de phase deux avec HST Otomotiv pour fournir des transmissions cross-drive X1100-5A4 pour le programme d'obusiers de nouvelle génération T-155 Firtina de la Turquie. Ce contrat prolonge leur partenariat suite à la livraison réussie de 10 transmissions en 2024 dans le cadre de la phase un. Le nouvel accord inclut 32 transmissions supplémentaires, avec des livraisons prévues pour le premier trimestre 2026.
Ce projet fait partie de plusieurs opportunités de croissance, qui devraient générer 100 millions de dollars de revenus annuels supplémentaires dans le segment Défense d'Allison. Le programme total devrait produire entre 140 et 160 obusiers Firtina pour les Forces armées turques. La transmission X1100, conçue pour des véhicules de combat lourds à chenilles pesant de 45 à 63 tonnes, dispose de quatre gammes de marche avant, de deux gammes de marche arrière et intègre la direction et le freinage en une seule unité.
Allison Transmission hat einen Phase-zwei-Vertrag mit HST Otomotiv abgeschlossen, um X1100-5A4 Kreuzantriebstransmissionen für das neue türkische T-155 Firtina Haubitzenprogramm zu liefern. Dieser Vertrag verlängert ihre Partnerschaft nach der erfolgreichen Lieferung von 10 Transmissionen im Jahr 2024 im Rahmen der Phase eins. Die neue Vereinbarung umfasst 32 zusätzliche Transmissionen, mit Lieferungen, die für das erste Quartal 2026 geplant sind.
Das Projekt ist Teil mehrerer Wachstumschancen, die voraussichtlich 100 Millionen USD an zusätzlichen jährlichen Einnahmen im Verteidigungssegment von Allison generieren werden. Das Gesamtprogramm wird voraussichtlich 140-160 Firtina-Haubitzen für die türkischen Streitkräfte produzieren. Die X1100-Übertragung, die für schwere Kettenkampfwagen mit einem Gewicht von 45-63 Tonnen entwickelt wurde, verfügt über vier Vorwärtsgänge, zwei Rückwärtsgänge und integriert Lenkung und Bremsen in einer Einheit.
- New defense contract secured for Turkish Armed Forces program
- Part of initiatives expected to generate $100M incremental annual revenue
- Large program scope with 140-160 vehicles expected
- 32 additional transmission units ordered in phase two
- Deliveries not starting until Q1 2026
Insights
This contract win demonstrates Allison's strengthening position in the global defense propulsion market. The phase two expansion, following successful phase one execution, validates both the technical capability and reliability of Allison's X1100 platform. With a total program potential of 140-160 vehicles, this represents a significant multi-year revenue opportunity.
The projected
From a strategic perspective, this contract reinforces Allison's competitive moat in heavy-duty military transmissions, where high reliability requirements and complex integration needs create significant barriers to entry. The partnership with HST Otomotiv as a licensed manufacturer demonstrates Allison's flexible approach to meeting local industrial participation requirements, which is often important in winning international defense contracts.
Two key risk factors warrant monitoring: 1) Potential geopolitical complications given Turkey's complex relationships with NATO allies and 2) Execution risks in ramping up production to meet increased volume requirements. However, the successful phase one delivery suggests strong operational execution capabilities.
"We're honored to continue our collaboration with HST Otomotiv to provide the Turkish Armed Forces with reliable, durable propulsion solutions designed to withstand the demands of the defense market," said Dana Pittard, Vice President, Defense Programs, Allison Transmission. "Our world-class cross-drive transmissions enable vehicles to move faster across difficult terrain while enhancing soldier protection."
The Allison X1100™ cross-drive transmission is built for heavy tracked combat vehicles from 45 to 63 tons. It offers four forward ranges, two reverse ranges and a cross-drive design that integrates steering and braking into a single compact, rugged unit. The X1100-5A4 transmission will enable the vehicle to operate efficiently in lower engine speeds, which is often required in severe duty-cycles, including defense operations.
In 2024, as part of Allison's phase one contract with HST Otomotiv, 10 transmissions were successfully delivered to
For more information on the Allison X1100 cross-drive transmission, visit allisontransmission.com.
About Allison Transmission
Allison Transmission (NYSE: ALSN) is a leading designer and manufacturer of propulsion solutions for commercial and defense vehicles and the largest global manufacturer of medium- and heavy-duty fully automatic transmissions that Improve the Way the World Works. Allison products are used in a wide variety of applications, including on-highway vehicles (distribution, refuse, construction, agriculture, fire and emergency), buses (school, transit and coach), motorhomes, off-highway vehicles and equipment (energy, mining and construction applications) and defense vehicles (tactical wheeled and tracked). Founded in 1915, the company is headquartered in
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