Munich-based ARX Robotics unveils combat-capable UGV developed with Ukrainian frontline input

ARX Robotics, a European defence-technology company specialising in autonomous military vehicles, founded in 2021, has announced the launch of Combat Gereon, its first combat-capable unmanned ground vehicle (UGV). The system is designed to improve soldier survivability in high-risk environments by taking on the most hazardous frontline tasks.

The integration of Combat Gereon was developed, tested, and refined through a European-Ukrainian campaign shaped by continuous feedback from Ukrainian end users. In parallel, ARX worked with Valhalla on weapons system integration and on aligning the platform with certification and fielding requirements for European armed forces. According to the company, this enables rapid adaptation to battlefield conditions while complying with European regulations.

Combat Gereon will be unveiled at DSEI UK 2025 in London (9–12 September). It will be demonstrated with Valhalla Turrets’ LOKI remote-controlled weapon station, highlighting modular payload integration and interoperability within ARX’s Mithra OS-enabled ground fleet.

“Combat Gereon represents the next step in our mission to protect soldiers and enhance Europe’s defence resilience”, said Marc Wietfeld, co-founder and CEO of ARX Robotics. “The system extends the reach of our autonomous platform into the combat-capable domain while staying true to our core focus: increasing survivability at the front line and enabling European forces to operate with greater effectiveness and lower risk.”

The UGV is designed for missions with the lowest survivability for personnel, including reconnaissance, route clearance, and forward observation in contested zones. By enabling remote operation and reducing operator workload, ARX states that Combat Gereon allows forces to operate at extended range without direct exposure.

Scalable production across European and Ukrainian facilities and modular payloads are intended to allow configuration for diverse environments and upgrades against evolving threats. By combining autonomous navigation, flexible armament, and fleet-level coordination, Combat Gereon expands ARX’s portfolio from support and logistics autonomy into combat-capable systems.

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