The most mass-produced ground combat robot "Kuryer", used by Russian servicemen in the combat zone, was brought and showcased at the "Technoprom" forum in Novosibirsk. It is capable of firing, mining terrain, and evacuating the wounded. The tracked platform can be controlled from a regular smartphone.
The ground robotic complex was developed by specialists from "NRTK KAPS" together with colleagues from the Omsk Automobile and Armored Engineering Institute (OABII). The robot's range exceeds 10 km, and control is fiber-optic (or via radio channel/cellular communication). Servicemen usually install AGS-17 grenade launchers, PKT machine guns, and NSVT 12.7 mm machine guns on the "Kuryer".
In addition to the turret, we can install other mounted modules. This can be smoke generation, or a laser installation for demining.
Nurzhan Rakimzhanov, a representative of the Omsk branch of VOIR, stated that "Kuryer" is "the most combat-ready robot to date". However, the developers did not disclose the exact number of NRTKs involved in combat operations.
The robotic platform is equipped with a thermal imager and all-round cameras. For cargo transportation, a modular transformer trailer "Troyan" is connected to the "Kuryer". Thanks to it, more compact robotic complexes can be covertly delivered under a tent. They roll off the ramps and begin their combat mission.