The unmanned KamAZ Robocop truck features approved components, according to recent industry reports by Auto Review. The build relies on a component base that has seen partial approval across the board. The front axle is rated at 13 tons and the rear axle at 23 tons, both sourced from Finnish supplier Sisu. At present, KamAZ does not manufacture this particular load-lifting configuration in-house. The propulsion system is described as a seven-speed automatic transmission with a retarder, with the note that a mechanical transmission would not be suitable for autonomous drone operation in this context. Auto Review notes that the transmission module is designed to maximize reliability for unmanned operation while supporting the torque and controllability required by a drone vehicle.
The RoboCop engine is described as gas-powered, with the KamAZ-950 power unit derived from the updated 13-liter KamAZ-910 diesel engine. Reports estimate the engine output at 460 horsepower, highlighting a notable shift toward gas propulsion for long-range efficiency and reduced emissions in autonomous trucking applications.
A testing phase for the Robocop was planned to proceed in the Republic of Tatarstan, with the vehicle slated to cover a route demonstration on public roadways. The name RoboCop echoes the 1987 American science fiction film, though in this context it represents the modern engineering initiative rather than any cinematic reference.
In June, the vehicle was among a convoy moving along the M-11 Neva highway, travelling from St. Petersburg toward Moscow. The autonomous operation was emphasized, yet the presence of a driver in the cabin was noted, reflecting a transitional approach to full autonomy where human oversight remains a factor in the early deployment stages.
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