On October 2, 2024, General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS), a division of General Dynamics, handed over two TRX vehicle prototypes to the US Army as part of competition under the Robotic Combat Vehicle (RCV) program. These deliveries were on schedule and mark the beginning of the US Army's mobility testing of the platform along with the evaluation of the vehicles in direct interaction with soldiers.
Selected in 2023 among four companies, GDLS developed an improved version of the TRX, a 10-ton robotic vehicle that proved to be very flexible in terms of modularity and compatibility. The TRX's payload to chassis ratio is 1:1, allowing it to carry a wide range of mission modules and payloads as needed.
The TRX vehicle has a modular architecture that meets both the Army's current and future needs. It is powered by a hybrid-electric engine that contributes to the US Army's strategy to reduce carbon dioxide emissions while providing significant export power to support mission command operations.
According to Gordon Stein, vice president and general manager of US operations at GDLS, TRX — it is a platform that is well-suited for integrated man-machine groups. It is designed to perform multiple missions such as reconnaissance, surveillance, direct and indirect fire, long-range munitions deployment, short-range air defense, counter-drone operations, autonomous resupply, complex obstacle avoidance and electronic warfare.
200% Deposit Bonus up to €3,000 180% First Deposit Bonus up to $20,000Delivered prototypes will undergo intensive testing by the US Army to evaluate their performance in various operating conditions. These tests will help determine whether the TRX meets the Army's expectations as part of its land force modernization strategy.
The development is part of the US Army's efforts to integrate robotic technology into its operations to reduce risks to soldiers and improve efficiency on the battlefield. The TRX, with its modular design and multi-mission capabilities, can play a key role in this technological transition.
TRX from General Dynamics Land Systems is designed to accommodate a variety of adaptable modules to suit operational needs. Among the modules that can be integrated is the SHORAD (Short-Range Air Defense) system, which allows the TRX to provide short-range air defense against threats such as drones and helicopters. This system has already been successfully tested on the platform, demonstrating its ability to quickly detect, track and neutralize air targets. In addition, the TRX can be equipped with long-range munitions platforms, which are used to deliver precision strikes on distant targets. Other modules include electronic warfare means for disrupting enemy communications, direct and indirect fire modules, as well as equipment for autonomous replenishment and overcoming complex obstacles. The TRX's modularity allows it to evolve with mission requirements, making it an extremely versatile asset on today's battlefield.