A Ratel drone and Russian tank with a Z sign on it
A Ratel drone approaching a Russian tank with a Z sign on it seen in a video shared by Militarnyi Videonews on May 4, 2023.
  • Ukraine unveiled a new ground drone meant to attack Russian tanks.
  • The drone, called Ratel S, is designed to move quietly and tackle harsh terrain.
  • It will help Ukrainian forces target Russian positions from a safe distance, an official said.

Ukraine unveiled a new exploding ground drone designed to carry bombs and anti-tank mines into battle against Russia.

The unmanned ground vehicle (UGV), named Ratel S or Honey Badger, can carry up to 77 pounds at a maximum speed of 15 miles per hour, its developer Brave1 told Insider.

"The main idea is that the robot is used as a mobile warhead that carries anti-tank mines or other explosive devices," said Brave1 spokesperson Viktoriia Kovalchuk.