Ukraine takes Soviet BRDM-2s from its stockpile and rebuilds them into remote robots, with a Mercedes diesel under consideration
Ukraine is converting Soviet BRDM-2 armored scout vehicles into remote-controlled robotic platforms with a heavy weapon module.
Ukraine is repurposing its stockpile of Soviet BRDM-2 armored scouts into unmanned robotic platforms to reduce risk to soldiers. Colonel Vladyslav Voloshyn of the Armed Forces Central Directorate for Innovation revealed that Ukrainian manufacturers are converting the obsolete Soviet vehicles into remote-controlled fighting units.
The project aims to offload hazardous tasks to machines while preserving personnel safety. The converted BRDM-2s will feature expanded capabilities, including a remote-controlled combat module with heavy-caliber weapons. The platform will also be equipped with day-and-night cameras for situational awareness and advanced navigation systems.
Plans are underway to replace the Soviet gasoline engine with a more powerful diesel engine, potentially from Mercedes or General Motors, along with an automatic transmission system. The vehicle will also receive anti-mine protection, tubeless high-mobility tires, and additional anti-fragmentation protection. These upgrades will enable the remote-controlled robot to operate up to 1,000 kilometers away from the battlefield.
The project is being accelerated following a recent battlefield incident, with testing and deployment expected soon.
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