India has unveiled a new fully indigenous unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) designed to support dangerous missions on the battlefield and minimize troop exposure to life-threatening scenarios. The new platform, called SapperScout Ver 2.0, has been built specifically to assist combat engineers and frontline troops in high-risk environments.
The UGV weighs approximately 380 kilograms and integrates ultrasonic sensors, advanced detection systems, and AI-enabled navigation, enabling it to autonomously maneuver through obstacles or follow route plans provided by operators. These capabilities allow the vehicle to carry out hazardous duties such as route clearance, observation, and detection without putting soldiers directly in harm’s path.
The system underscores India’s ongoing investment in defense robotics, autonomous combat support, and locally manufactured technology, reflecting a broader push for indigenous defense solutions. Its ability to operate in frontline zones offers a major boost to combat survivability and mission efficiency while reducing the physical risk to personnel.
