On October 4, 2024, the Turkish defense company Otokar made a significant announcement: the company had been formally invited to enter contract negotiations for Romania’s tender to procure 1,059 Cobra II 4x4 tactical armored vehicles. The proposed $940 million contract could mark a pivotal point in Otokar’s expansion into European defense markets, while also strengthening Romania’s military capabilities. The first batch of 278 vehicles is expected to be manufactured at Otokar’s facilities, with future production transitioning to Romania under a local production framework.
