RTC and Valhalla Showcase 6x6 UGV with Guardiaris Sensor and Autonomy Backbone
RTC and Valhalla Turrets demonstrated a 6x6 large-class unmanned ground vehicle in cooperation with Slovenia’s Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces. The platform combines heavy payload capacity, integrated autonomy, and a remotely operated 12.7 mm weapon station.
Slovenian defence companies RTC and Valhalla Turrets presented an advanced 6x6 large-class unmanned ground vehicle during a structured demonstration with the Republic of Slovenia’s Ministry of Defence and Armed Forces on February 25. The event emphasized the vehicle as an integrated operational system rather than a standalone prototype.
The platform is designed with a payload capacity exceeding three tonnes, positioning it among more capable systems in the European large-class UGV segment. Its modular architecture allows configurations tailored to logistics, combat support, and a range of mission sets.
RTC highlighted the vehicle’s autonomy and human–machine interface, which enabled stable navigation and mission management under representative field conditions. The autonomy framework and advanced sensor backbone were delivered together with Guardiaris — forming the intelligence core of the platform. This integrated architecture underpins situational awareness and decision support in complex terrain.
For armed roles, the UGV was equipped with Valhalla Turrets’ RCWS LOKI 12.7 remote-controlled weapon station, providing unmanned fire support while reducing risk to personnel. RTC also noted the base architecture can accommodate future integration of advanced laser-based counter-UAV systems, addressing emerging aerial threats relevant to NATO and EU defence planning.
The demonstration underscores growing technological maturity within Slovenia’s defence-industrial base in unmanned systems. With key subsystems developed domestically and aligned with interoperability standards, the platform reflects a European-origin solution responsive to regional defence requirements.
