Indian firm unveils Vrishabh UGV

Indian firm Bhairav Robotics unveiled its Vrishabh combat ATV in early December. (Bhairav Robotics)

Indian firm Bhairav Robotics has developed a multi-purpose 4×4 unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) called the Vrishabh combat all-terrain vehicle (ATV).

A company spokesperson said on 13 December that the modular Vrishabh combat ATV features two-axis stabilisation and is capable of performing a range of missions including combat; intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance; casualty evacuation; and logistical support.

“It [Vrishabh] is designed for harsh plains and desert terrain, where stability, speed, and precision determine survivability,” the spokesperson said.

According to the spokesperson, the company is presently testing the feasibility of modules such as payload integration, control, and autonomy on the Vrishabh ATV. The vehicle is scheduled to undergo field trials with the Indian Armed Forces in 2026, the spokesperson added.

The company is also developing a version of the UGV for mountainous regions. “A higher torque version of Vrishabh optimised for operating in mountainous regions is planned for 2027,” the spokesperson said.

The spokesperson also confirmed that the company's intent positions the baseline Vrishabh UGV for participation in future tenders for unmanned combat vehicle programmes initiated by the Indian Armed Forces. “We anticipate such requirements in 2026,” the spokesperson said.

According to the spokesperson, the Vrishabh combat ATV has a maximum speed of over 50 km/h and an operational range of more than 100 km, and is equipped with a 16 kWh battery pack. The ATV can carry a payload of at least 150 kg.

The Vrishabh ATV is capable of integrating several weapon payloads such as the company's Rakshak remote-control weapon system (RCWS), medium machine gun, light machine gun, AGS-30 grenade launcher, and NSV 12.7 mm heavy machine gun.

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