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Ukraine Unveils Terrikon-X, a Robotic Vehicle That Can Recover Tanks Under Fire
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Ukrainian technology company IXIAN has introduced a new robotic recovery and engineering system designed to operate in high-risk combat zones, according to Defense Blog on October 12.
The platform, based on IXIAN’s existing Terrikon-X unmanned vehicle, has been reconfigured to perform heavy-duty field engineering tasks remotely.
The company says the new variant features a precision manipulator arm capable of lifting, clearing debris, and recovering damaged vehicles—all without exposing personnel to danger.
According to IXIAN, Terrikon-X can carry payloads exceeding 300 kilograms and operate at a range of up to 40 kilometers on a single electric charge.
It reaches a top speed of around 15 kilometers per hour. The system’s modular design allows for interchangeable tools suited to different battlefield roles, from logistics to technical evacuation.
The electric-powered vehicle can also perform recovery missions for other unmanned systems, offering greater flexibility in complex operations. IXIAN notes that its remote-control interface enables safe deployment from beyond the range of direct enemy fire.
The company says the Terrikon-X’s latest configuration represents an evolution from transport and logistics roles toward integrated battlefield engineering support—addressing the growing need for unmanned solutions in Ukraine’s defense sector.
Earlier, Ukraine’s 28th Mechanized Brigade developed a robotic air defense system by mounting an Igla MANPADS onto an unmanned ground vehicle. According to the brigade, the improvised platform successfully shot down a Russian helicopter, marking another example of Ukraine’s frontline innovations in mobile, remotely operated defense systems.
