EOS weapon system cuts imposing figure on Textron RCV

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16 May 2023

By: Robert Dougherty

Photo: Ted Martin.

Footage is circulating online of an imposing robotic battle machine developed by Textron Systems using a remote weapon system from Australian company Electro Optic Systems.

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The Textron robotic combat vehicle features eXpeditionary Mobile Air Defense Integrated System from American multinational CACI, to detect, track, and identify unmanned aircraft.

Textron Systems has developed multiple ground robotic vehicles in a variety of sizes, weights, and power profiles including RIPSAW M5, RIPSAW M3 Tech Demonstrator, and the RS2 small unmanned ground vehicles.

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Until I saw this thing in person I wasn’t a big fan of Remote Combat Vehicles. It helps deliver on the imperative of “making contact with the smallest possible element”

I LIKE IT

This is just one of many designs the @USArmy is considering.

OLD DOG, NEW TRICKS…you betcha! pic.twitter.com/qQDb5dqO1n
— Ted Martin (@TedMartin1775) May 12, 2023

“EOS is working with a significant number of companies worldwide to integrate a variety of EOS drone hard kill solutions into their systems and platforms,” EOS Defence Systems executive vice-president Matt Jones said.

“Some of these solutions are expected to be deployed operationally in the coming year. In the case of Textron, EOS has been working since early 2022 to integrate the EOS ‘Slinger’ counter-drone system, which includes a light 30mm cannon and laser guided rocket hard kill, onto the Textron Ripsaw UGV for demonstration in the USA.

“EOS is grateful for the opportunity to work with Textron in demonstrating the flexibility of their UGV, particularly in light of the upcoming Robotic Combat Vehicle program events that the US Army plans to pursue.”

Earlier this month, Australian Assistant Minister for Defence Matt Thistlethwaite officially launched the Australian-made counter-drone “Slinger” 30mm cannon, made by EOS.

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Johnny they told me this version is EV and they are working on a hybrid version. Seems like hybrid might be good for this type of system. I have no idea about logistical supportability. You can hear how quiet it is in this video. @OrdnanceWarrior @CASCOMCG @J_Marie_2 pic.twitter.com/72whvG18xQ
— Ted Martin (@TedMartin1775) May 13, 2023