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Russias uncrewed robot tank fails during debut military display in front of President Putin — vehicle repeatedly lost control links and eventually got stuck in the mud despite the switch to a human driver
What happened
The Shturm tank lost its command-and-control link with its command vehicle, forcing organizers to switch to manual human control. However, the tank still got stuck in a muddy ditch despite the switch. The vehicle's tracks and front hull became buried in the soil. The incident occurred during a demonstration in front of President Vladimir Putin.
Why it matters
The incident highlights potential technical issues with Russia's new uncrewed tank technology. The failure of the Shturm tank's command-and-control system may raise concerns about the reliability of Russia's military equipment. The incident's public significance is uncertain.
Key facts
- Russia's Shturm uncrewed tank failed during its debut display.
- The tank lost its command-and-control link with its command vehicle.
- The incident occurred at a Russia-led military exercise.
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