Some of the developments were finalized directly by the troops, taking into account the experience of using them on the line of combat contact.
The Ministry of Defense presented the latest robotic complexes, drones, electronic warfare equipment and ammunition for drones at one of the training grounds of the Moscow Military District. The main feature of the exhibition was the upgraded ground platforms, many of which have already been finalized taking into account the experience of their use in the free zone. The visitors were shown not only promising developments of the military-industrial complex enterprises, but also samples upgraded directly by the troops.
What the new NRTKS can do
JSC Instrument Engineering Design Bureau presented a ground-based robotic system (NRTC) based on the Karakal platform with the Kornet ATGM installed. It is, in fact, a self-propelled anti-tank missile system capable of hitting protected targets at a distance of 5-10 km. The operator can be located at a distance of up to 3 km from the robot, being located in a shelter.
— The platform is currently undergoing testing. It can reach speeds of up to 25 km/h and is equipped with a diesel engine," said Igor Matveev, a representative of KBP JSC.
Another variant of the robot on the platform is with a 30—mm 2A42 automatic cannon, which is used on various types of armored personnel carriers and infantry fighting vehicles. It is designed to support assault operations. The second important function is the fight against drones, the height of the trunk allows it.
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The exhibition also featured an upgraded NRTC Courier equipped with a gravity grab. The machine was developed on the basis of the Prosvet training center of the 37th separate engineering brigade, which performs tasks in the Belgorod, Kursk and Bryansk regions.
The complex is capable of laying mines, as well as capturing and moving detected explosive objects to a safe distance. Thus, the robot can be used both for mining and for mine clearance. In the future, such vehicles can play an important role in cleaning up areas after the end of hostilities. The maximum weight of the transported cargo is 20 kg.
Another modification of the Courier is equipped with a minesweeper. The design allows you to withstand several mine explosions in a row before the trawl needs to be repaired. The robot can make a passage in a minefield wide enough to advance an attack aircraft in full gear.
NRTC Nerekhta
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NRTK Nerekhta is a reconnaissance and fire support device developed by the Degtyarev plant. His task is to protect strongholds and, if necessary, to participate in offensive operations.
— It has an armored hull, the combat module is also protected. The device has passed state tests and is ready for mass production. It is equipped with navigation systems, autonomous driving, with a hybrid engine. It has two optical cameras — an overview and a sighting camera, and a thermal imager," said Dmitry Fufaev, a representative of the Degtyarev plant.
The robot is equipped with a Kord machine gun and an AG-30M automatic grenade launcher. This machine alone performs the tasks of an entire grenade launcher platoon.
Another modification, the air defense robot, has been created on the basis of Nerekhta. It is equipped with two PKTM machine guns and a radar station that can detect even the smallest drones at a distance of three kilometers. Data is transmitted to the operator from the radar in automated mode, in addition, the system calculates the lead point.
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The developers of the well-known NRTC Omich presented its updated version. It took into account all the comments and wishes of the fighters who used the first version on the line of contact. In the new modification, the tracks were reinforced, a more powerful battery was installed, and a two-seater sedan was made. They changed the controls — many people didn't like the buttons, and eventually they made "petals". The upgraded Omich is faster than the previous one and reaches a speed of 30 km/h. It has already been tested in the combat zone and is ready for mass production.
— It is known in all districts that the most popular at the front are "Omich" and "Courier". Many wishes were expressed for the companies to do something together. Courier-2 is currently being released, it is made on the basis of Omich," said Danila Dobrotvorsky, a representative of RENG LLC.
How will they fight drones
The BAS-Technologies Design Bureau has presented the Skvorets-Intercessor interceptor drone, which can be used both by units on the line of combat contact and by mobile firing groups in the rear. The device works in conjunction with a radar station, is capable of operating day and night, and, if necessary, can be equipped with an artificial intelligence system to automatically capture a target. Weight with a warhead of 3.5 kg. The maximum speed is 350 km/h, which allows him to attack all kinds of enemy drones. The range is up to 7 km.
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The Yelka interceptor drone has become a popular anti-drone device on the line of combat contact. It was upgraded — a warhead was installed. Unlike the basic version, which affects the target with a kinetic impact, which is not always effective, the new modification is guaranteed to knock down an object on impact. The weight of the "Christmas tree" with a warhead is only 900 g.
— When our groups enter the LBF, they carry them with them and work on the "wings" of the enemy, — said a representative of the 11th airborne assault brigade. — The "Christmas tree" has saved many lives. Once, in the Sumy direction, "Baba Yaga" began to frighten people. I received an order to destroy it and used the "Christmas Tree". The Yaga has fallen. This interceptor is following an unusual trajectory. He flies around the target and comes on top of it. And an airplane-type drone, it attacks from behind while remaining invisible.
The exhibition also featured a new line of ammunition for one of the most common aircraft—type drones in the military, the Molniya-2. It includes incendiary, thermobaric and high-explosive versions.
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According to the developers, the new high-explosive munition surpasses its standard counterparts in power and has a significantly higher damaging effect. It was created in the 1430th Guards Motorized Rifle regiment of the 14th Army Corps, which performs tasks in the Kherson area. The mass of the product is 4 kg, of which three are explosive.
— The ammunition has proven itself well, it has a very good striking power, it opens positions well. We have a lot of completed tasks with him," said Private Daniil Alekseev, a representative of the 1430th Guards Regiment.
The developments presented at the test site show that the development of robotic systems is proceeding in several directions at once: ground platforms, means of detecting and countering drones are being improved. Work is also underway to create specialized ammunition and auxiliary equipment. At the same time, solutions based on practical operational experience in the SVO zone play a significant role, which helps to accelerate the modernization of equipment and adapt it to the changing requirements of combat operations.
Roman Kretsul
