PHOTOS: The sights of World Defense Show on Day 3
Source: Breaking Defense
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WORLD DEFENSE SHOW 2026 — The exhibition hallways seem even more crowded here on the third day of the World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia.
As the biggest defense exhibition in the country passes the halfway point, take a look at sights from the show floor and the outdoor pavilions.
Mercedez-Benz heavy duty trucks were on display on Feb. 10, 2026 at the World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia, including the company’s Zetros tank transporter. (Breaking Defense)
The Ukrainian defense manufacturer Skyfall displays its hex-copter Vampire drone at WDS 2026. (Breaking Defense)
World Defense Show visitors line up to hop in the cockpit of an F-35 fighter jet on Feb. 10, 2025 in outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. (Breaking Defense)
Local defense vehicle specialist ERAF showed off a host of vehicles at the World Defense Show outside Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, including the Arvis, seen here on Feb. 10, 2026. (Breaking Defense)
At the booth for Turkish firm Baykar at the World Defense Show, a model of the Bayraktar 2, the drone made famous in the opening days of the Ukraine conflict. (Breaking Defense)
On Feb. 10, 2026 attendees of the World Defense Show in Saudi Arabia hop in the cockpit of a model Eurofighter Typhoon. (Breaking Defense)
A World Defense Show attendee tries his hand at handgun combat simulation. (Breaking Defense)
A low buzz prevaded part of the World Defense Show halls on Feb. 10, 2026, as drone operators took quadcopters to the skies in a dedicated demonstration area. (Breaking Defense)Classification
Region
West Asia
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Weapons & Equipment
SALUTE Report
Size
Not applicable
Activity
Defense exhibition showcasing military equipment and technology
Location
Riyadh
Unit
Various defense manufacturers and exhibitors
Time
February 10, 2026
Equipment
Mercedez-Benz heavy duty trucksZetros tank transporterhex-copter Vampire droneF-35 fighter jetArvis vehicleBayraktar 2 droneEurofighter Typhoonhandgun combat simulation equipmentquadcopter drones
Summary
The World Defense Show 2026 in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, showcased various military equipment and technology on February 10, 2026. Exhibitors included Mercedez-Benz, which displayed heavy duty trucks, and Ukrainian manufacturer Skyfall, which presented its hex-copter Vampire drone. Attendees engaged with military aircraft models such as the F-35 and Eurofighter Typhoon, while drone demonstrations occurred in a dedicated area.
Key Facts
- World Defense Show 2026 is taking place in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.
- Mercedez-Benz displayed heavy duty trucks including the Zetros tank transporter.
- Ukrainian manufacturer Skyfall showcased its hex-copter Vampire drone.
- Attendees interacted with various military aircraft models including the F-35 and Eurofighter Typhoon.
- Drone demonstrations were conducted at the event.