Russia shows Shturm robotic tank system in big exercise

Russia deployed the Shturm heavy robotic assault system, based on T-72 chassis, during the Tsentr-2026 strategic exercise at the Chebarkul training range. President Vladimir Putin observed these remotely controlled vehicles supporting assault troops. However, the debut faced failures as the system repeatedly lost its radio control link. The uncrewed tank eventually became stuck in the mud, even with a human driver at the controls, according to reports regarding the robotic system's first major outing.