At Eurosatory Patria and RENK present a next-generation unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) concept based on TRACKX with HSWL 076 transmission.
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Press Release, Helsinki, 15 June 2026: Patria and RENK Group AG (RENK) have today presented a next-generation heavy unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) concept mock-up at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris, France. Together, the companies demonstrate how advanced drivetrain solutions and modular vehicle platforms can accelerate the transition towards remotely operated and future autonomous land systems. The showcase model combines Patria’s modular TRACKX vehicle platform with RENK’s HSWL 076 transmission and drive-by-wire mobility architecture.
“Patria TRACKX is an exceptional all-terrain armoured tracked vehicle, offering an optimal solution for various applications that demand high mobility standards for military units,” says Patria’s President and CEO Panu Routila. “The war in Ukraine shows what modern and future warfare looks like. Today, unmanned systems are essential and are a battlefield necessity. Patria provides the platform expertise, and RENK digitalised transmission HSWL 076 with drive by wire capability, bringing greater commonality between Patria’s uncrewed and crewed vehicles for end users.”
“The future of land operations will depend on digitally enabled, and scalable vehicle architectures,” says Dr. Alexander Sagel, CEO of RENK Group AG. “Together with Patria, we are demonstrating how European defence cooperation can rapidly translate innovation into scalable and future-ready unmanned ground capabilities.”
Recent conflicts and particularly the war in Ukraine have reinforced the importance of unmanned and optionally manned capabilities for operations in highly contested environments. Armed forces across NATO are increasingly seeking solutions that reduce crew exposure while maintaining mobility, protection, and mission effectiveness. The jointly developed concept vehicle reflects this operational shift.
The jointly developed UGV showcase model is on display at RENK’s stand at Eurosatory 2026 in Paris from 15 to 19 June.
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