The Russian army is converting Chinese off-road vehicles, originally designed for recreational use, into remotely operated combat systems, such as fiber optic cable-laying platforms and logistics carriers.
The goal is to reduce troop exposure in conflict zones and leverage commercial technologies for military operations in Ukraine.
Troops from the 36th Guards Marine Corps are now using the modified Desertcross 1000-3, capable of laying up to five kilometers of communication cables across various types of terrain. The remote system allows the vehicle to be operated from a distance or to function autonomously, protecting operators from risks such as artillery, drones, and small arms fire.
The Desertcross 1000-3, equipped with a 72-horsepower engine and a 300-kilogram payload capacity, is being used for both logistical tasks and attacks on Ukrainian positions.
Assembled with commercial components and 3D-printed parts, the vehicle represents a Russian battlefield modernization strategy, turning a recreational vehicle into a versatile military platform.
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Chinese Desertcross 1000-3 Being Used By Russian Forces in Ukraine.
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