QinetiQ Corporation is preparing a new batch of digger robot “TALON” for the Defense Forces of Ukraine. This was stated in a press release from QinetiQ. Before the full-scale Russian invasion, more than 12 TALON robots were already in operation in Ukraine. The company will soon send 10 more robots to assist the Ukrainian defense forces.

Since 2014, specialists of the American branch of the company have been training engineers in Ukraine to operate and repair remote control machines “TALON”. Over the past eight years, the QinetiQ team has trained more than 100 Ukrainian sappers. These controlled robotic systems are widely used to reduce the threat of explosives and chemical weapons.

TALON has been used in combat operations around the world since its launch over 20 years ago. With the ability to detect and neutralize explosives, detect antipersonnel mines and conduct surveillance and reconnaissance, the robot increases the security of the military.

A large percentage of Russia’s explosives remain unexploded and pose a significant threat to both the military and civilian populations. “TALON” not only locates these dangerous drugs, but also neutralizes them.

“QinetiQ is ready to provide any assistance possible by supporting Ukrainian soldiers, as we have done since 2014.“, – said companies in a statement.

The “TALON” robot in the basic version has a length of 86.4 cm, a height of 42.7 cm, a maximum weight of 52 to 71 kg, can carry a payload of up to 45 kg and take (towing) loads. up to 680 kg. The power plant allows to develop speed up to 8.3 km / h and work without recharging power sources – depending on the nature of the terrain and the task performed – from 2.8 to 4.5 hours and even up to 7 days in standby mode.

The control distance of the robot by cable is 300 m, by radio – up to 500-800 m, and when used at work with a long radio mast – up to 1000 m. Source