Ukraine is expanding its use of military technology by developing RIKO ground drones to operate in extreme environments. This drone was developed by IMLA.
The platform is designed to perform strategic missions such as transporting military materiel, medical evacuation, and delivering supplies to hard-to-reach areas.
Weighing 260kg, the machine has a payload capacity of up to 400kg, with tests reaching 600kg. Equipped with four electric motors with a total output of 6kW, it has a maximum speed of approximately 20km/h and a driving range of 40km, and has a structure that can be operated even in rough terrain such as swamps.
Another advantage is convenience of operation. RIKO uses quick-replaceable lithium-ion batteries that can be replaced in the field in minutes without tools. A hybrid version with a generator is also being planned, which is expected to significantly expand its operational range.
Technically, it is equipped with an independent communication system, cameras, and GPS, enabling real-time control and monitoring. Capable of both manual and autonomous operation, it is seen as part of a larger movement by the Ukrainian military to replace some of its infantry in combat with robotic systems.
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