A First for SARSILMAZ in the United States: SAR 109T Becomes the First Turkish Submachine Gun to Enter a U.S. Police Inventory

Backed by nearly 150 years of manufacturing experience, advanced engineering capabilities and a commitment to quality exceeding international standards, SARSILMAZ is trusted by security forces and professional users worldwide. The company continues to expand its presence in international markets through mission-oriented solutions. In this context, the SAR 109T, developed as a compact 9 mm AR-pattern platform, has entered the Doral Police Department’s operational deployment, training and evaluation processes.

In addition to the SAR 109T, the department has initiated a comprehensive test and evaluation programme covering the SAR9 SOCOM Compact, SAR9 Full Size and SAR9 Gen 3 Frontline pistol platforms. Developed on the field-proven architecture of the SAR9 family, the Frontline series has been specifically configured to meet law-enforcement requirements, featuring tritium night sights, an optics-ready slide, an enlarged magazine well and increased magazine capacity.

Located in the heart of South Florida, Doral stands out for its proximity to Miami International Airport, its strategically important position within the United States’ international links—particularly with Latin America and the Caribbean—and its concentration of high-profile facilities. The presence of the Trump National Doral Golf Club, closely associated with U.S. President Donald J. Trump, further positions Doral as a strategic centre not only in terms of local security requirements, but also for protocol, protective security and rapid-response capabilities.

Against this backdrop, the inclusion of SARSILMAZ products in the region’s testing, evaluation and inventory processes represents an important step in strengthening the company’s visibility within the U.S. law-enforcement market.

Given the increasing operational tempo and public-safety requirements across South Florida, the deployment of the SAR 109T and the evaluation of SAR9 platforms are regarded as strategic developments that can enhance the department’s mission flexibility, training capacity and response capabilities.

“Being Chosen by Professionals Is the Operational Validation of Our Engineering Strength”

Commenting on the cooperation, SARSILMAZ Chairman Latif Aral Aliş said:

“At SARSILMAZ, we combine nearly 150 years of institutional experience with advanced engineering capabilities and manufacturing strength that exceeds international standards. The selection of our products by law-enforcement agencies in some of the world’s most important markets is not merely a commercial achievement; it is a powerful operational endorsement of our commitment to reliability, quality and performance.

“The Doral Police Department’s decision to add the SAR 109T to its operational inventory and place our SAR9 Gen 3 Frontline series into a test and evaluation programme once again demonstrates the international recognition of SARSILMAZ’s engineering capabilities. With our state-of-the-art solutions designed around the requirements of professional users, we will continue to strengthen our presence in the United States and other global markets.”

Integrated Mission Platforms for Law-Enforcement Operations

The SAR 109T stands out as an effective platform developed around law-enforcement mission requirements, combining compact dimensions with a high degree of modularity. By integrating AR-pattern ergonomics with the controllability of the 9 mm cartridge, the SAR 109T provides rapid adaptability, enhanced control and operational flexibility, particularly in urban environments.

Operating with a blowback action and incorporating a damped buffer system to optimise recoil characteristics, the SAR 109T features a 9.8-inch barrel and four-sided Picatinny rail interface for mission-specific configuration. Its optics-ready architecture also enables straightforward integration with a broad range of sighting systems and tactical accessories.

The SAR9 SOCOM and SAR9 Gen 3 Frontline series are positioned as mission-oriented pistol families built on the proven reliability of the SAR9 platform and enhanced with operationally focused features. Their optics-ready design, advanced sighting systems, improved ergonomics and increased capacity make them strong options for both training and operational deployment.

Through this cooperation, SARSILMAZ continues to deepen its strategic engagement with U.S. law-enforcement agencies, expand the international operational footprint of its mission-oriented products and deliver advanced technological solutions tailored to the requirements of professional users.

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