The ATILLA Project has moved into a new phase in the UK, marking the start of the commercial competition to transform retired Warrior vehicles into remote-controlled mine clearance platforms.
The initiative, according to the Ministry of Defense, has already surpassed the conceptual stage and is preparing to open tenders, reinforcing the plan to deliver six units capable of operating with or without a crew.
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The proposal seeks to take advantage of the Warriors’ robust hulls, converting them into heavy land vehicles designed to break through minefields with greater safety and efficiency. The prototype uses the WEEVIL system, developed by Dstl and by Pearson Engineeringcombining full-width mine plow, cameras and remote control to allow a single operator to drive the vehicle several kilometers away from the risk zone.
Testing will continue with the British Army to validate performance and autonomy before expanding the program. Valued at US$15.84 million, the contract foresees deliveries between 2026 and 2028, with the possibility of extension, and aims to accelerate future robotic engineering capabilities in the face of the growing threat of mines in modern conflicts.
Source: UK Defence Journal | Photo: YouTube @DstlMOD | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
