UGV Demo

General Dynamics Land Systems recently showcased its unmanned ground vehicle at an annual Marine Corps conference as a solution to reduce the logistics burden on the force.

Phil Skuta, director for GDLS, told Inside the Navy Sept. 24 the Marines used the Multi-Utility Tactical Transport (MUTT) in various training exercises in September.

The feedback GDLS received from the service was that it was easy for Marines to learn how to operate the MUTT in a matter of minutes, Skuta said.

A single Marine can lead a convoy of MUTTs and the vehicle can operate in all weather conditions day or night, according to a company statement.

The Marines liked the size of the UGV and the ability to move and maneuver dismounted forces, Skuta said, adding that another piece of feedback he received was the service liked the MUTT's ability to be transported by the V-22 Osprey tiltrotor and other helicopters.

Skuta said the company has not approached the Air Force on how the service could use the MUTT with its Ospreys. Both the Army and Marines Corps have viewed demonstrations, he added.

The MUTT can detect and neutralize improvised explosive devices and project power with remote fires, according to a company statement.