Evacuating the wounded with an UGV: K‑2 Regiment’s experience using Burevii’s Ardal platform 

The Ardal ground robotic complex assisted soldiers of the K-2 Regiment in carrying out four successful evacuations of wounded troops from neighbouring units. One of the injured was in critical condition—fortunately, he was located in time and transported to safety.

In a video, K-2 Regiment Commander Kyrylo Veres shared his experience with the complex and described how ground drones are transforming combat operations. The robot reached areas inaccessible to personnel; during the evacuation, one operator acted as navigator, while the other controlled the vehicle. The route to the casualty was adjusted in real time using a reconnaissance drone. The wounded soldier was able to climb into the trailer, after which Ardal transported him to a safe location.

The Ardal UGV, developed by the Burevii Design Bureau, is a compact tracked drone with a modular frame structure, designed for logistics, remote mining, and casualty evacuation. It is equipped with two engines, can reach speeds of up to 14 km/h, and transport loads of up to 250 kg. According to the developer, Ardal can overcome slopes of up to 30°, step over obstacles up to 35 cm high, cross ditches up to 80 cm wide, and travel up to 30 km on a single charge.

In April, Ardal was reported to have evacuated three wounded soldiers from an encircled position in the Kupiansk sector. During that mission, the drone covered over 17 kilometres under mortar and artillery fire to retrieve the injured from the grey zone. While encircled, the wounded were supplied with water and medical aid via aerial drones.