To make this website work, we log user data. By using Shephard's online services, you agree to our Privacy Policy, including cookie policy.

×
Open menu Search

AUSA 2017: GM SURUS about UGVs

11th October 2017 - 20:00 GMT | by Damian Kemp in Washington DC

RSS

GM has unveiled its Silent Utility Rover Universal Superstructure (SURUS), a large multipurpose hydrogen-electric UGV at the AUSA exhibition in Washington DC. 

Based on commercial technology, the platform would likely be first proven in non-military scenarios with a stable geofenced environment, such as docks, but there are obvious military applications.

The vehicle is based on two GMC Sierra 3500HD chassis joined together but is only five months into development so remains a concept with no trials having taken place yet. It is powered by the company’s second-generation HyrdoTec cell with water recovery system and can export 50-80kW of power.

It

Already have an account? Log in

Want to keep reading this article?

Read this Article

Get access to this article with a Free Basic Account

  • Original curated content, daily across air, land and naval domains
  • 2 free store ies per week
  • Daily news round-up email service
  • Access to all Decisive Edge email newsletters
Create account

Unlimited Access

Access to all our premium news as a Premium News 365 Member. Corporate subscriptions available.

  • Original curated content, daily across air, land and naval domains
  • 14-day free trial (cancel at any time)
  • Unlimited access to all published premium news
Start your free trial
Damian Kemp

Author

Damian Kemp


Damian Kemp has worked in the defence media for 25 years covering military aircraft, defence …

Read full bio

Share to

Linkedin