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Ukraine's heavy bomber drones airdrop ARK-1 mine-laying robots behind Russian lines

Ukrainian hexacopter reportedly lowered an ARK-1 behind Russian lines using cables
The ARK-1 carries a TM-series anti-tank mine toward enemy positions after release
The ground robot reaches speeds up to 45 kilometers per hour

Ukraine has reportedly used heavy bomber drones to transport ARK-1 robotic vehicles carrying anti-tank mines behind Russian lines.

Footage released by the Russian military Telegram channel Arkhangel Spetsnaza appears to show a large hexacopter carrying the ground robot beneath it.

The reported operation involves an aerial drone delivering a ground platform that can continue moving after being released in contested areas.

Drone delivery gives ARK-1 a different battlefield role

The footage appears to show the ARK-1 suspended under the drone using cables before being lowered into an area where it could operate independently.

Once released, the ARK-1 reportedly carries the TM-series anti-tank mines while continuing toward Russian positions.

The method allows the vehicle to avoid travelling...

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