Belarusian RTKs of the Adunok-M family
RTK "Adunok-M200" with a machine gun combat module
The Belarusian industry has become interested in the topic of robotic systems and is developing such equipment. At the recent MILEX-2025 exhibition in Minsk, the first demonstration of a new series of robotic platforms under the general name "Adunok-M", developed by KB "Display", took place. The promising family currently includes four remote-controlled vehicles, which are proposed to be equipped with combat modules and other means.
Based on observations
The Belarusian military and industry are closely monitoring the progress of the Russian Special Operation to protect Donbass. They collect data on the use of various systems and equipment, and draw conclusions. Based on this, their own plans are formed and promising projects are developed.
For example, KB Display from Vitebsk recently took up the topic of robotic systems for military purposes. To date, it has developed several such products and is now ready to display them at exhibitions and bring them to market.
Four new RTKs under the common name "Adunok-M" were shown at the recent MILEX-2025 exhibition in Minsk. Customers are offered robotic platforms on tracks, capable of carrying different payloads. At the same time, the machines differ from each other in size, weight and load capacity, which also determine their combat potential.
Engineering modification of the RTK "Adunok-M120"
Currently, the Adunok-M products are undergoing tests and demonstrating their capabilities. The finalization of the systems will not take much time, and the developer will prepare their serial production. How soon orders for such equipment will appear, and who will want to buy it, is still unknown.
General solutions
The four new RTKs of the Adunok-M series differ significantly from each other, both in terms of design and in the characteristics achieved. At the same time, all platforms are partially unified and built using common solutions. This approach simplifies project development, equipment production and its joint operation.
All Adunok-M products have box-shaped bodies, are driven by electric motors and are equipped with a tracked chassis. The roof of the bodies provides space for placing cargo or installing a combat module. The robots must also use a common remote control system with data transmission via a radio channel. Such equipment controls both the platform and its payload.
The differences between the three RTKs are in their dimensions and weight. The difference in weight characteristics led to the need to use different types of engines and also affected the design of the chassis. There are probably other differences that are characteristic of specific representatives of the family.
Three robots
The lightest in its family was the RTK "Adunok-M120". This product has a length of 2 m with a width of 1 m and a height of 800 mm. The total weight is 380 kg, of which 120 kg is the payload. The platform is equipped with two electric motors, each of which drives its own track. The chassis has a large number of small support rollers. The maximum speed reaches 18 km / h, the range of the complex is 2,5 km.
Machine gun robot "Adunok-M250"
At the MILEX-2025 exhibition, this complex was shown in the configuration of the M120-M minelayer. A platform with three longitudinal conveyors was installed on the chassis, each of which carried four TM-62 mines. During movement, such a RTK should drop mines on the ground.
The Adunok-M250 RTK is built on a similar chassis. It is about 1,65 m long with a width and height of about 1 m. The combat weight is 550 kg with a payload of 250 kg. The propulsion system again includes two electric motors with direct drive of the drive wheels. The chassis is unified with the M120.
The exhibition demonstrated a combat version of the Adunok-M250 RTK with a combat module from KB Display. This is one of the products of the Adunok series, equipped with a PKT machine gun and optical-electronic guidance systems. Such a DUBM allows searching for and attacking targets at ranges of up to 500-1000 m at any time of day and in any weather conditions.
The Adunok-M200 RTK has similar characteristics and capabilities. A chassis of a different design with a maximum weight of 520 kg and a load capacity of 200 kg was created for it. It differs from previous systems in the design of the hull and chassis. This platform is equipped with large-diameter rollers.
The exhibition model received a combat module of a different type, also equipped with a machine gun of normal caliber. It provides observation and shooting at any time of the day.
Heavy "Adunok-M700"
The largest in its family at the moment is the "Adunok-M700". This platform has a length of more than 1,7 m with a width and height of 1,6 m. The total weight of the product reaches 1,56 tons, and the payload is increased to 700 kg. High-power electric motors are used, providing the required mobility parameters. The chassis is based on four large-diameter rollers, which can work as wheels when the tracks are removed.
The exhibition "Adunok-M700" also received a combat module of the same name. However, this time a heavier system is used, capable of carrying a large-caliber machine gun. Probably, such a RTK can also receive more powerful weapons.
Multipurpose and flexible
According to the published data, the four new RTKs of the Adunok-M family have a number of important features and positive qualities. These features should have a positive effect on the overall capabilities and potential of the robots, as well as help them in finding customers.
Thus, the chosen approach to the development of new equipment is of great interest. KB Display created four RTKs based on common solutions and with unification for some devices. This provides certain advantages of a production and operational nature. In addition, it will simplify the modernization of existing robots or the development of new ones.
The four new RTKs have similar running characteristics, but differ in dimensions, weight and load capacity. They are capable of carrying different loads or modules in a fairly wide range of weights. In essence, in the form of the new RTKs, the operator receives a multi-purpose cargo system with high flexibility of use.
KB Display is known for its developments in the field of combat modules. In the photo is an experimental BTRK "Volat V-2" with the DUBM "Adunok-BM30.2"
At a recent exhibition, they showed what loads such platforms can carry. Three RTKs received DUBMs with different weapons, and another one carries an original mine-laying system. It is obvious that other modules for various purposes can be used. Finally, the platform can carry a simple cargo body.
Depending on the configuration, the Adunok-M series RTKs can solve different tasks. They can be used as transport for transporting various cargoes on the front line or in the near rear. A robot with a combat module can perform reconnaissance or fire support tasks. An engineering RTK is also proposed. It can be expected that in the future, KB Display will offer other options for equipping new robotic platforms. In addition, it is possible to modernize the RTK by replacing some components and improving the main systems.
New developments
Thus, the Belarusian defense industry has entered the circle of developers of new military robotics. At a recent exhibition, a whole family of such equipment with wide capabilities, designed to solve combat and auxiliary tasks, was presented.
Currently, four Adunok-M RTKs are undergoing testing and fine-tuning. In the foreseeable future, serial production of such equipment and deliveries to customers may begin. Time will tell what commercial successes the new family of robots will show.
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