A $16,000 robot dog with a grenade launcher was unveiled in russia

By: Maksim Panasovskyi | 15.08.2022, 23:12
A $16,000 robot dog with a grenade launcher was unveiled in russia

In addition to Attack of dummies: russia unveiled an orbital station, a landing craft, a combined drone with a speed of up to 140 km/h, and the Ka-65 helicopter the Russians presented a robotic dog at Army-2022.

What we know

The Russians call their novelty the M-81 robotic complex. True, the robot was bought in China. Judging by the "head", we are dealing with a Chinese Unitree Go1 for $2700-8500 depending on the equipment. Intellect Machines plans to launch production in Russia. The device will cost about $16 000.

The main feature of the M-81 is the presence of a grenade launcher. It is mounted on the back of the robot. The device can aim fire, patrol territories, as well as transport weapons and ammunition.

The developers state that the robotic complex can be used in the civilian sector. In particular, to work in emergency and disaster areas, or to deliver drugs.

Source: @m0sc0wcalling

Image: Unitree

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