Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. company, and its subsidiary Howe & Howe, have announced the sale of the RIPSAW® M3 robotic ground vehicle to the government of Sweden—the product’s first European customer. The M3 is part of Textron Systems’ RIPSAW family of vehicles, designed as a rugged and reliable robotic ground vehicle that leverages a Modular Open System Approach (MOSA) to simplify integration of new payloads, controllers, and autonomy suites.
Proven Uncrewed Capability
Building on its reputation as a global leader in uncrewed, robotic, and autonomous vehicles for land, air, and sea, Textron Systems continues to invest in the design and maturation of a highly scalable, configurable family of robotic ground vehicles that deliver exceptional transportability, mission flexibility, and battlefield agility. The RIPSAW M3 provides confidence to the warfighter with a powerful hybrid-electric powertrain, high ground clearance, and a composite rubber track system, offering unmatched mobility in off-road, operationally relevant environments with over 180 miles of range.
Executive Perspective
“The RIPSAW M3 is ideally suited for operations in the region because of its high performance in challenging climates and terrains,” said Sara Willett, Vice President of Programs. “Textron Systems is excited to be a trusted partner to European customers and remains focused on investing in trusted robotic platforms that enhance user safety and mission success.”
Decades of Uncrewed Experience
Backed by decades of proven performance and more than three million operational hours of uncrewed experience across air, land, and maritime domains, Textron Systems continues to leverage its expertise to meet the demands of modern warfare.
