The Spanish startup Voltrac is developing a versatile autonomous tractor capable of working both in the field and in war scenarios.
During times of peace, it can be used on farms to transport heavy loads and monitor crops with cameras. In armed conflicts, such as in Ukraine, the vehicle can be sent to dangerous areas to remove mines or deliver supplies to the front lines, without risking human lives.
The tractor stands out for its adaptability. Using the same platform for agriculture, it can be equipped with additional technologies such as anti-interference systems, interceptor drones, and sensors to detect and remove mines. Built for tough terrains, the vehicle weighs 3.5 tons, supports up to 4,000 kilograms of cargo, and has an autonomy of up to 20 hours with large, interchangeable batteries. It can also be equipped with a platform capable of carrying entire containers.
Although the goal is for the tractor to operate fully autonomously, it is currently remotely controlled by human operators using drones with first-person view. Voltrac aims to advance to autonomous driving after testing and regulatory approval. The system is designed to learn from field experience, adjusting water and fertilizer usage as it observes crop responses.
Source: Olhar Digital | Photo: X @voltrac_eu | This content was created with the help of AI and reviewed by the editorial team
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