The Ukrainian company Rover Tech presented a new demining machine called "Snake" , which successfully passed all the necessary tests and received a certificate of conformity. This is reported by the Ministry of Economy of Ukraine.
Deputy Minister of Economy Ihor Bezkaravainy called this development "a unique solution in Ukrainian conditions." "Snake" is a light and fast machine that can withstand the detonation of an anti-tank mine. It is designed to clear fields of fragmentation and high-explosive ammunition, which pose a particular danger to sappers.
One of the key advantages of the "Snake" is the ability to quickly replace damaged components after detonation, which allows the machine to quickly return to work. In addition, "Snake" has a low cost compared to foreign analogues - from 14.5 to 20 thousand dollars, depending on the configuration. In the case of mass production, the price may be even lower.
The machine weighs more than one ton, and the width of its working tool is 1.35 meters. "Snake" is capable of demining up to 2.5 hectares per hour, which makes it a highly effective tool for quickly clearing large areas. The operator can control the machine at a distance of up to 2.9 kilometers, which provides additional safety during operation.
One of the important features of "Snake" is the possibility of rapid deployment. The machine can be prepared for work in about 15 minutes. It can be easily transported with a trailer, which makes it convenient for use in various conditions.
