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Ukraine’s New BIZON-L Ground Robot Approved for Military Use With Combat and Engineering Modules
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Ukraine’s Ministry of Defense has codified and approved the BIZON-L ground robotic system for use in the Armed Forces of Ukraine, according to information shared with Militarnyi by the company DevDroid on April 6.
The BIZON-L is a tracked, modular robotic platform developed by UAV TECHNOLOGY, designed to perform a wide range of tasks in combat zones without requiring personnel to operate directly on the front line.
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The system features a modular design that allows units to quickly reconfigure it in the field. It supports the integration of multiple functional modules, including a combat module with a 12.7 mm machine gun turret, antenna and communications relay systems, engineering obstacle deployment units, remote mining modules, electronic warfare platforms, and trailers for transporting additional cargo.
The platform is equipped with the Droid Box control system developed by Ukrainian defense-tech company DevDroid, enabling operators to manage different robotic platforms through a unified interface.
The BIZON-L has a payload capacity of 200–300 kilograms and an operational range of up to 30 kilometers, which can be extended to 50 kilometers with additional batteries. It can reach speeds of up to 12 km/h and operates on steel tracks, as reported by Militarnyi. For communication and data transmission, the system can use LTE, Wi-Fi, and Starlink.
According to Militarnyi, developers highlight the system’s low thermal signature as a key advantage, achieved through its liquid cooling system. This feature is intended to make the platform more difficult to detect using thermal imaging devices, enhancing its survivability on the battlefield.
The introduction of the BIZON-L comes as Ukraine continues to expand the capabilities of its ground robotic systems to meet evolving battlefield demands. Similar developments have been seen in other domestically produced platforms, including the Ratel H ground robot.
According to Ratel Robotics, the system has recently been upgraded with a dedicated module that allows it to carry and deploy fiber-optic FPV drones. This enhancement enables drones to be launched from remote or high-risk areas without requiring operators to be physically present at the launch site.
The company released footage demonstrating the updated configuration, showing how the platform can deploy drones directly from forward positions. The launch module is designed to integrate seamlessly into the base system without compromising its mobility or off-road performance.
Other Ukrainian companies are advancing similar concepts that combine mobility, firepower, and battlefield support functions on a single platform.
In one such case, defense-tech firms Frontline Robotics and BUREVII have introduced an unmanned system that integrates a robotic turret equipped with a Mk 19 automatic grenade launcher onto a mobile ground platform known as ARDAL. According to the developers, this combination creates a flexible vehicle capable of providing fire support, transporting supplies, and evacuating wounded personnel.
A key feature of the system is its ability to operate from concealed positions without direct visual contact with the target. This allows the grenade launcher to engage at maximum range while maintaining camouflage and minimizing exposure to enemy fire, further underscoring the growing role of remotely operated systems in modern combat.
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