UGV for logistics: Uncrew Robotics presents the electric IC 12 D at the KSK Symposium

At the KSK Symposium 2026 in Germany, Uncrew Robotics AS presented its unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), the IC 12 D. The focus is on logistic support: without a driver, quietly and off-road, the UGV is intended to carry materiel over short to medium distances.

The Norwegian system was originally developed for civilian tasks in agriculture. At the request of the Norwegian Army, it is now being adapted for military use; the “D” in the name IC 12 D stands for this “Defence” variant. The vehicle is designed as a highly modular and adaptable platform that can be fitted with different payloads and mission-specific superstructures depending on the task. Conventional transport is therefore only one option – in principle, the system is meant to be tailored to a range of military requirements.

Remote-controlled, semi-autonomous or fully autonomous

The UGV IC 12 D is operated by remote control or in semi-autonomous mode. Depending on configuration and purpose, fully autonomous operation is also planned. Two high-resolution cameras, a dual LiDAR system and GPS are used for navigation and perception of the surroundings.

Navigation is also planned for situations where no satellite navigation signal is available or the signal is jammed. A robust radio link and suitable navigation solutions for areas of operation in which a global navigation satellite system (GNSS) is denied provide for this. This capability matters particularly to military users, because on modern battlefields GPS and other GNSS signals can be jammed, spoofed or lost altogether.

Electric drive for low-signature transport

A central advantage of the IC 12 D is its electric drive. It is powered by four electric motors of ten kilowatts each; the manufacturer quotes a peak output of up to four times 17 kilowatts. Transport is thus intended to be comparatively quiet and therefore relatively inconspicuous.

Energy comes from a lithium iron phosphate battery with a capacity of 64 kilowatt hours, which gives the IC 12 D a speed of up to twelve km/h. Depending on the mission profile, two-wheel or four-wheel drive can be selected. With its large tyres, the vehicle is clearly built for terrain away from paved roads.

Manoeuvrable UGV that carries almost its own weight

Although the IC 12 D is just over four metres long and around two metres wide, it remains manoeuvrable. Because each wheel has its own independent steering motor, the vehicle can turn on the spot and does without a conventional turning circle.

Depending on the version, the UGV weighs between 2,200 and 2,450 kilograms, and its payload is up to 2,000 kilograms. The system can therefore carry almost its own weight in addition – a figure that makes it particularly interesting for materiel and resupply tasks.