German robot truck hits 62 mph to rescue soldiers, can carry 1,653 lbs

German defense firm Quantum Systems introduced the MANDRILL, a high-speed unmanned ground vehicle, at Enforce Tac 2026 in Nuremberg. Designed to support modern battlefield needs, MANDRILL integrates air and land systems into a coordinated network rather than operating as isolated units. The robotic platform is tailored for multi-mission roles including intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance, electronic warfare, logistics, engineering support, medical evacuation, towing, and drone deployment and recovery. It prioritizes speed and payload capacity over heavy armor, measuring between 9.5 and 12.1 feet in length, weighing 2,623 pounds, and capable of carrying over 1,653 pounds of mission equipment. Powered by dual 150-kilowatt electric motors, MANDRILL can reach speeds up to 62 mph, enabling rapid response for urgent missions like casualty evacuation under hostile conditions. It offers two battery options (43 kWh or 54 kWh) with a range up to