Russia trials new ground robotic systems during Center-2026 military exercises
Chelnok ground-based drones with increased cross-country capability and carrying capacity were among the systems tested, according to TASS.
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Russia tested several new ground-based robotic systems during its Center-2026 military exercises, according to TASS.
Among the systems involved were Chelnok ground-based drones, described in the report as having increased cross-country capability and carrying capacity compared with earlier models.
The report did not provide further technical specifications for the Chelnok systems or detail how many units were involved in the drills.
About Center-2026
Center-2026 is part of a recurring series of large-scale Russian military exercises that rotate through different strategic directions. Russia has used recent iterations of these drills to showcase new equipment, including unmanned ground systems, as it continues to expand its use of robotic and autonomous platforms in its armed forces.
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