Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense announced on Saturday that it has officially approved the Termit unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) for use by the Armed Forces.
The Termit is a tracked ground robot developed in Ukraine. It is designed for multiple battlefield tasks, including transporting supplies, gathering intelligence, and carrying combat equipment.
The latest variant is an upgraded version of the system, building on earlier models already deployed on the front lines. Previous iterations of the Termit system have primarily been used for logistics support and surveillance missions.
It is reported that the upgraded Termit has better mobility, carries up to 300 kilograms, and can operate for several hours across rough terrain.
The robot reportedly runs on a battery system and can travel tens of kilometers without recharging. It can be outfitted for different missions, including medical evacuation, mine-laying, and combat support. Combat modules can be added depending on the mission.
Termit’s approval for military use is part of Ukraine’s broader push to expand unmanned technologies in the conflict. Since Russia’s full-scale invasion in 2022, Ukraine has prioritized developing its own land, sea, and air drones. President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has set an ambitious goal of producing 30,000 long-range drones in 2025.
In a separate update, the Defense Ministry also approved the SHABLIA MK19(M), a remote-controlled weapon system that uses a 40 mm grenade launcher. It is designed to target enemy personnel and light armored vehicles.
