# Canik defense technology showcase at MSPO 2026

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/canik-defense-technology-showcase-at-mspo-2026
> Updated: 2026-09-08T11:51:12.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2.

Turkish defense manufacturer Canik participated in the 34th International Defence Industry Exhibition (MSPO 2026) in Kielce, Poland. 

A central feature of the company’s presence was the debut of the M3 FALCON, a 12.7x99 mm heavy machine gun engineered for aerial platforms such as helicopters. The weapon utilizes an open-bolt or open-slide mechanism to achieve a firing rate of 1,200 rounds per minute and is designed for integration via aircraft doors, windows, or external mounting points.

The exhibition highlighted Poland’s role as a strategic hub for defense modernization and industrial partnerships within NATO, supported by significant increases in national defense spending and potential access to EU funding mechanisms.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-08: Canik showcases new defense technology at MSPO 2026 in Poland

Turkish defense firm Canik debuted the M3 FALCON heavy machine gun at the MSPO 2026 exhibition in Poland, targeting the needs of European aerial platforms and defense modernization.

4 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canik-showcases-new-defense-technology-at-mspo-2026-in-poland

### 2026-09-04: Canik to showcase M3 FALCON heavy machine gun at MSPO 2026 in Poland

Canik will debut its M3 FALCON heavy machine gun for aerial platforms at the MSPO 2026 defense exhibition in Poland, targeting new global collaborations and strategic integration in the region.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/canik-to-showcase-m3-falcon-heavy-machine-gun-at-mspo-2026-in-poland

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