3e

What 3e does

3E (legal name: 3E Elektro Optik Sistemler Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi), headquartered in Sincan, Ankara, Türkiye, designs and manufactures electro-optical systems for military, law enforcement, and civil applications. Founded in 2005, the company operates an integrated production facility at ASO 1. OSB and holds AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO/IEC 27001:2022 certifications required to serve defense supply chains. Its catalog spans seven primary categories: multi-sensor surveillance and fusion weapon sights (DRAGON MI, PHOENIX, PARTAN NZ), thermal vision systems (PARS thermal weapon sights, FELIS/PHOENIX handhelds, LEO multi-purpose device), night vision systems (NOX BNVD, M14/B31 monoculars and binoculars, ENES weapon sights, SERHAT pilot goggles, NoctuVision image intensifier tubes), laser systems (DLIRIL 4-in-1 LAMs, REMUS aiming lasers, pistol lasers, boresights), laser range finders (MLRF monoculars, BLRF XR binocular), day vision systems (AVCI combat optical sights, HRS holographic sights, reflex and rifle sights such as CRS Gen II, KESKIN riflescopes, magnifiers, IZCI spotting scopes, MTN machine gun sights, KNP periscopes), and support products including the RECON digital night vision target camera, tactical tripods, power banks, HMD wireless imaging, BRC remote controllers, and software (3E CONNECT, 3E PLAYER, RETICLE CREATOR). Underlying capability is centered on multi-sensor fusion (thermal, night vision, laser integration into MIL-STD 1913 and STANAG 4694 weapon/helmet mounts), proprietary compact 4-in-1 laser modules, MIL-SPEC dual-tube night vision co-developed with Special Forces operators, and energy-efficient LED reflex sight designs with 30,000+ hour battery life.

Name

3e

Legal name

3E Elektro Optik Sistemler Sanayi ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi

Website

https://3eeos.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2005

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

51–100 employees

Short description

3E is a Turkish manufacturer of electro-optical systems — including weapon sights, night vision goggles, thermal imagers, laser aiming modules, and laser rangefinders — sold to military, law enforcement, and civil/defense customers through a global dealer network anchored by 3E USA.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Defense Electro-Optical Systems

NAICS

Search, Detection, Navigation, Guidance, Aeronautical, and Nautical System and Instrument Manufacturing (334511)

SIC

Search, Detection, Navagation, Guidance, Aeronautical Sys (3812), Optical Instruments & Lenses (3827), Ordnance & Accessories, (No Vehicles/Guided Missiles) (3480)

akta.pro primary industry

Electro-Optical/Infrared (EO/IR) Sensors & Targeting Systems (IMABAGAC)

Keywords

• Electro-optic systems
• Night vision devices
• Thermal imaging systems
• Defense optics manufacturing
• Laser aiming modules

Headquarters

HQ city

Sincan

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Hardware or Manufacturing

Cost components

Supply Chain, Personnel, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Operations

Revenue model

1. Electro-Optic Hardware Sales: Direct sales of defense-grade electro-optic equipment including weapon sights, night vision systems, thermal imagers, laser systems, and accessories. Revenue generated through product sales to military, law enforcement, and government customers via dealer network.

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels6 records

Core offering

3E designs, manufactures, and sells electro-optical systems for military, law enforcement, and civil applications. The portfolio spans day optics, night vision goggles and monoculars, thermal imaging weapon sights and hand-held cameras, multi-sensor surveillance and fusion weapon sights, laser aiming modules (including 4-in-1 LAMs), laser range finders, combat/holographic/reflex sights, riflescopes, spotting scopes, magnifiers, and tactical support accessories. All products are sold as finished physical hardware units, primarily to NATO and allied defense forces, Special Forces units, and law enforcement agencies.

Product overview

3E is a Turkish electro-optic systems manufacturer specializing in advanced optical solutions for military, law enforcement, and civil applications. The company designs and manufactures a comprehensive portfolio of electro-optical products organized into seven main categories: Multi-Sensor Systems (including DRAGON MI, PHOENIX LZ/MZ, TUFAN, PARTAN NZ for surveillance and targeting), Thermal Vision Systems (PARS weapon sights, FELIS/PHOENIX hand-held cameras, LEO multi-purpose devices), Night Vision Systems (NOX BNVD binoculars, M14/B31 monoculars, ENES weapon sights, SERHAT pilot goggles, NoctuVision image tubes), Laser Systems (DLIRIL 4-in-1 LAMs, REMUS squad aiming lasers, PLF pistol lasers, LRB boresights), Laser Range Finders (MLRF series monoculars, BLRF XR binocular), Day Vision Systems (AVCI combat sights, HRS holographic sights, pistol/rifle reflex sights including CRS Gen II, ARS series, KESKIN riflescopes, magnifiers, IZCI spotting scopes, MTN machine gun sights, KNP periscopes), and Support Products (RECON target cameras, TPOD tripods, PB105 power banks, HMD wireless imaging, BRC remote controllers, software including RETICLE CREATOR, 3E CONNECT, 3E PLAYER). The product portfolio spans from night vision and thermal imaging to laser aiming modules, optical sights, and tactical support equipment, enabling mission-critical operations across ground, air, and maritime domains. With over 1,000,000 systems deployed worldwide and certifications including AS9100D, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and ISO/IEC 27001, 3E serves NATO forces and allied military customers.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• DRAGON MI Multi-sensor surveillance system for reconnaissance and targeting applications, designed for military operators.
• PHOENIX LZ Multi-sensor surveillance system designed for light reconnaissance missions.
• PHOENIX MZ Multi-sensor surveillance system for medium-range reconnaissance operations.
• TUFAN Multi-sensor surveillance platform for tactical operations.
• PARTAN NZ Fusion weapon sight combining thermal and night vision technologies for enhanced target acquisition by military operators.
• LEO 625MP Multi-purpose tactical thermal device with 625MP resolution for versatile field operations.
• PARS 635N Thermal Weapon Sight Thermal weapon sight with 35mm lens for precision targeting.
• PARS 660N Thermal Weapon Sight Thermal weapon sight with 60mm lens for medium-range engagements.
• PARS 675N Thermal Weapon Sight High-performance thermal weapon sight with 75mm lens for extended-range targeting.
• PARS G2-50 Clip-on Thermal Weapon Sight Second-generation clip-on thermal weapon sight for converting daytime optics to thermal imaging.
• PARS SLR Clip-on Thermal Weapon Sight Clip-on thermal weapon sight for extended-range thermal capabilities.
• FELIS H35 Thermal Hand-Held Camera Hand-held thermal camera with 35mm lens for reconnaissance and surveillance.
• PHOENIX SZ-75 Thermal Hand-Held Camera Thermal hand-held camera with 75mm lens for long-range observation.
• NOX BNVD Night Vision Binocular Full MIL-SPEC dual-tube night vision binocular for elite operators with independent monoculars and integrated IR illuminator, providing natural depth perception through dual-channel imaging.
• B31 Night Vision Binocular Compact binocular night vision device for tactical applications.
• M14 Night Vision Monocular Compact night vision monocular for versatile tactical operations.
• SERHAT Pilot Night Vision Goggles Aviation-grade night vision goggles designed for pilots with enhanced flight safety features.
• ENES N6 Night Vision Weapon Sight 6x magnification night vision weapon sight for precision engagements.
• ENES C6 Clip-on Night Vision Weapon Sight 6x clip-on night vision sight for daytime optics conversion.
• NoctuVision Image Intensifier Tube High-performance image intensifier tube for night vision applications.
• DLIRIL MG+ 4-in-1 LAM (Laser Aiming Module) Advanced 4-in-1 laser aiming module combining visible green laser, IR laser, IR illuminator, and tactical flashlight (1200 lumens) with 30mW visible laser output.
• REMUS RX Tactical Squad Aiming Laser Visible and IR aiming laser for squad-level tactical operations.
• PLF Pistol Laser Compact laser sight designed specifically for pistol platforms.
• LRB Laser Boresight Laser boresight for quick and accurate optical zeroing.
• MLRF-PRO Monocular Laser Range Finder Professional-grade monocular laser range finder with advanced targeting capabilities.
• BLRF XR Binocular Laser Range Finder Extended-range binocular laser range finder for long-distance targeting.
• AVCI 1x-4x GI+ Combat Optical Sight 1-4x variable magnification combat optical sight with green illuminated reticle for rapid target acquisition.
• AVCI 1.5x-6x GI+ Combat Optical Sight 1.5-6x variable magnification combat optical sight for versatile engagement ranges.
• HRS Gen I Holographic Sight First-generation holographic weapon sight for rapid target acquisition.
• A1x Pistol Reflex Sight Compact 1x reflex sight optimized for pistol applications.
• CRS Gen II Rifle Reflex Sight Second-generation compact reflex sight with six interchangeable reticle patterns, dedicated NV activation button, and 30,000+ hour battery life.
• ARS Gen I Rifle Reflex Sight First-generation advanced rifle sight with enhanced optical clarity.
• KESKIN 6-36x56 Riflescope High-magnification 6-36x56 riflescope for long-range precision shooting.
• KESKIN 1-8x30 Riflescope Low-magnification 1-8x30 riflescope for rapid engagement at close to medium ranges.
• M3x Magnifier 3x magnifying optic for conversion of red dot sights to magnified sights.
• IZCI 20-60x80 Tactical Spotting Scope High-power 20-60x80 tactical spotting scope for extended-range observation.
• MTN X90 Machine Gun Reflex Sight Reflex sight designed for heavy machine guns with large caliber recoil resistance.
• KNP Gen II Tactical Periscope Second-generation tactical periscope for concealed observation.
• RECON DN Tactical Target Camera Digital night vision target camera for training and qualification ranges.
• HMD Gen I Wireless Imaging System Head-mounted wireless display system for real-time video transmission.
• 3E CONNECT Android Mobile Application Android mobile application for wireless device connectivity and control of 3E electro-optic systems.

Quantifiable outcome

• 1,000,000+ systems deployed in fields worldwide
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers4 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Three partnerships are on record, tiered core and regional.

• NATO ForcescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner3E has established itself as a trusted supplier to NATO forces, delivering field-proven electro-optic systems designed to meet NATO specifications and operational requirements. The company's AS9100D certification supports defense sector supply chain requirements.
• 3E USA (Master Distributor)coreChannel Partner/ Reseller/ Distributor3E USA operates as the master distributor for North American markets, located in Deerfield Beach, Florida. The distributor manages sales and distribution of 3E products throughout the United States.
• BALISTIKMARKET.COM (Authorized Dealer)regionalChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorBALISTIKMARKET.COM is an authorized dealer based in Ankara, Turkey, serving the domestic Turkish market with 3E electro-optic products.

Scale indicators5 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Aimpoint:
• Trijicon: US-based manufacturer of advanced sighting systems including ACOG, VCOG, sniper scopes, and thermal/night-vision optics for military and law enforcement. Comparable to 3E's day vision systems (AVCI/KESKIN riflescopes), reflex sights, and thermal weapon sights, serving the same SOF/LE customer segment.
• Hensoldt: German defense sensor house specializing in optronics, radar, and electronic warfare — including thermal imaging, night vision, and EO targeting systems for NATO forces. Highly comparable to 3E's thermal/night-vision portfolio and its NATO-aligned customer base, though at significantly larger scale.
• Elbit Systems: Israeli defense electronics company with extensive electro-optic systems for ground, airborne, and naval applications — including night vision, thermal weapon sights, laser systems, and helmet-mounted displays. Closest direct comparable to 3E in product breadth, end-customer profile (military/SOF), and multi-sensor integration focus.

Broad incumbents

• Thales: French multinational with significant defense electro-optics business (thermal imagers, weapon sights, aviator NVGs, laser systems) under its Thales Optronics activities. Comparable product overlap with 3E across thermal weapon sights and pilot NVGs, but serves a much broader aerospace and defense portfolio.
• Teledyne FLIR: US-based thermal imaging leader producing weapon sights, hand-held thermal cameras, and uncooled IR cores. Direct overlap with 3E's PARS thermal weapon sights, FELIS/PHOENIX hand-held thermal cameras, and LEO multi-purpose thermal devices; significant competitor in NATO thermal sight procurements.
• L3Harris Technologies: US defense prime with large EO/IR business covering night vision goggles, weapon sights, thermal weapon sights, and fused multi-sensor systems (including legacy L3 Warrior Systems). Direct overlap with 3E's NOX-class NVGs and PARS thermal sights, with deep US/NATO prime-contractor relationships.
• Leonardo: Italian defense prime with extensive optronics business — including targeting systems, NVGs, and thermal imaging for airborne and ground applications. Comparable EO product overlap with 3E (DRAGON/PARTAN-style multi-sensor concepts and thermal sights), but operates at substantially larger scale with full platform integration.
• Aselsan: Turkey's largest defense electronics company, with a broad electro-optic, radar, and communications portfolio. Directly comparable as a Turkish defense EO peer, though Aselsan is substantially larger and more diversified across many platforms; useful benchmark for Turkey-domiciled EO scale and government relationships.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance5 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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