Ukrainian Armour has showcased the heavy unmanned ground vehicle (UGV) Protector, fitted with the remotely operated Tavriia-12.7 combat module armed with a Browning M2 heavy machine gun. The company reported this on social media.
During the trials, demonstration firing was conducted at various ranges while changing the platform’s position. Fire was delivered from 100, 700 and 1,000 metres, both from a standstill and on the move. Firing effectiveness exceeded 70% hits.
As the developers told Defender Media, compared with the previous integration presented in autumn 2025, the updated combat module has received a Ukrainian-made barrel and a number of other improvements.
Fitting Protector with the combat module expands the functionality of the robotic platform, the company said. While the basic configuration is intended for logistics tasks and casualty evacuation, the new version also allows it to engage ground and aerial targets. Weapon control is carried out remotely, without the crew being physically present on the platform.
Tavriia-12.7 is a remotely operated combat module with a digital weapon control system. It is equipped with a 12.7 mm Browning M2 machine gun and is designed for observation, detection and engagement of ground and aerial targets.