The Russian military has received a new batch of “Courier” unmanned ground vehicles.
The drones, which can carry various types of weaponry, have already seen combat in Ukraine and are now being delivered in greater numbers to support ongoing military operations.
The “Courier” drone can be equipped with a wide range of armaments, including AGS-17 and AGS-30 automatic grenade launchers, RPGs, anti-tank guided missiles (ATGMs), and 12.7 mm heavy machine guns. It is also capable of deploying anti-tank mines, RPO-A “Shmel” thermobaric rocket launchers, and electronic warfare (EW) systems, making it a highly versatile platform for frontline operations.
This latest batch is part of an accelerated production schedule, with the Russian defense industry working to meet increasing battlefield demand. Initially developed as a garage-based prototype, the “Courier” system has quickly evolved into a vital asset for ground operations. The Russian military has already deployed the drones in the Avdiivka sector, where they were used to support combat activities.
Production has ramped up significantly since early 2024, transforming the once small-scale project into a mass-produced military asset.