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AV Introduces TOM 50 RE, a Backpackable UGV for Rapid Reconnaissance and Explosive Ordnance Disposal<\/b><\/p>\n

Lightweight uncrewed ground vehicle expands mission flexibility for highly mobile units operating in complex and contested environments<\/i><\/p>\n

OSTFILDERN, Germany–(BUSINESS WIRE<\/a>)–
\nAeroVironment, Inc. (\u201cAV\u201d), a global leader in autonomous systems, today announced the launch of TOM 50 RE, a compact, backpackable uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) developed by its wholly owned subsidiary Telerob.<\/p>\n

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AV\u2019s TOM 50 RE backpackable UGV delivers rapid reconnaissance, explosive ordnance disposal, and autonomous mapping capabilities for dismounted forces operating in contested environments. (Photo: AV)<\/p>\n<\/div>\n

\nDesigned for mobile exploration, mission-accompanying reconnaissance, explosive threat disposal, and operational support, TOM 50 RE enables dismounted forces, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD) teams, and special operations units\u2014including SWAT\u2014to rapidly deploy robotic capability wherever the mission demands.<\/p>\n

\nThe announcement was made at Eurosatory 2026, a global event for defence and security held in Paris.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cThe introduction of TOM 50 RE reflects AV\u2019s commitment to delivering robotic systems that directly address the realities of modern ground combat and explosive threat environments,\u201d said Wahid Nawabi, Chairman, President, and Chief Executive Officer of AV. \u201cToday\u2019s operators need systems that move with them, adapt to multiple missions, and provide immediate intelligence while reducing risk to human life. TOM 50 RE delivers that capability in a highly portable form factor built for the tactical edge.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nWeighing less than 10 kilograms (22 pounds) and compact enough to be carried by a single operator, TOM 50 RE enables rapid deployment in confined and complex terrain, while its tracked design, stair-climbing flipper system, and dedicated mobility attachments allow it to overcome obstacles, navigate stairs and uneven terrain, and operate inside structures, delivering up to five hours of endurance and supporting payloads of up to five kilograms without compromising mobility.<\/p>\n

\nWith state-of-the-art onboard simultaneous localization and mapping (SLAM) capability, TOM 50 RE autonomously generates detailed maps of interior spaces, including multi-level buildings and global positioning system (GPS)-denied environments such as underground structures and dense urban terrain. Operators can identify and record points of interest directly within the digital map and export mission data immediately following operations, accelerating intelligence exploitation, supporting informed decision-making, and enabling more effective follow-on planning.<\/p>\n

\nEquipped with four integrated high-resolution wide-angle cameras with infrared capability, TOM 50 RE delivers persistent 360-degree situational awareness in day, night, and degraded visual environments. Its advanced internet protocol (IP)-mesh radio architecture provides secure, resilient communications while enabling the system to function as a mobile repeater, extending connectivity for forces operating deep inside structures or complex terrain.<\/p>\n

\nIts modular architecture, enabled by the Mission Module Interface (MMI) or an adapter supporting Telerob\u2019s Universal Component Interface (UCI), allows operators to integrate mission-specific payloads, including advanced camera systems and disruptors, and tailor the system to evolving operational requirements.<\/p>\n

\n\u201cTOM 50 RE was designed to deliver immediate robotic capability at the point of need, where operators face the greatest uncertainty and risk,\u201d said Florian Gruener, Managing Director of Telerob and Product Line General Manager for Uncrewed Ground Vehicles. \u201cIts ability to rapidly conduct these missions in complex terrain allows forces to gain critical situational awareness, mitigate threats, and make faster, more informed decisions\u2014while keeping personnel out of harm\u2019s way.\u201d<\/p>\n

\nControlled through AV_Halo\u2122 Command running on the Tomahawk Grip family of systems or the Robo Command Control System, operators can seamlessly manage TOM 50 RE alongside other uncrewed systems, enabling coordinated robotic operations and enhancing situational awareness across the mission.<\/p>\n

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