The defense industry in our country takes a step forward with the presentation of the Taurus XL. It is a unmanned ground platform electric propulsion that arrives to reinforce security and civil support capabilities, moving in an environment of high mobility and versatility.
This project has been promoted by Miriad Global and is presented within a pre-commercial public procurement coordinated by the CDTI and the Ministry of Defense. The objective is clear: to create prototypes of heavy robots that can lend a hand in emergency situations or military missions without putting people at risk.
Technical capabilities and advanced weaponry
The Taurus XL is no ordinary robot. This extended variant reaches... 5,5 meters in length and a mission weight of 7,5 tons. Being a modular and armored vehicle, it can be adapted to tasks as varied as clearing routes, surveillance in degraded areas, or heavy logistical support.
Regarding safety, the machine will have integrated Horn30 remote weapon stationThis system, which will be officially unveiled later this year, uses a 30×113 mm caliber and is specifically designed to defend against aerial threats, including sophisticated jet drones and other high-speed flying vehicles, thanks to its low-latency processors.
Aerial synergy and nursing capacity
One of the most powerful new features is its operational node function. The vehicle has a specialized cargo bay which allows it to carry up to two autonomous ground drones. This ability to act as a "mothership" makes the robot much more resilient and effective in the field.
In addition, the system includes a UAV station, where the following stands out: Falcon TThis tactical drone serves as the eyes of the Taurus XL, providing daytime and nighttime observation so that the operator has a complete view of what is happening around them before intervening.
Manufacturing strategy in Spain
The journey towards the reality of the Taurus XL begins in San Fernando de Henares, Madrid. The development of the project will take place at these facilities. prototype engineering and testing functional, with an investment aimed at robotizing the manufacturing process so that design cycles are much faster.
Looking to the future, the company has drawn up a roadmap for the mass production will be set up in CataloniaThis decision is based on the area's strong precision mechanics and automation sector, and is further supported by existing partnerships with companies like Ferrimax.
The project has a deadline of 30-month maturation and aims to reduce Spain's dependence on foreign technology by creating an industrial base capable of designing and exporting autonomous systems. By using a open architectureThe Taurus XL will be able to integrate third-party sensors and tools according to the end user's needs.
Miriad Global, supported by Funditec and Insyte, is committed to an ecosystem where the Taurus XL acts as the axis of a network of unmanned systems, combining electrical power, artificial intelligence and a rapid response capability to reduce the exposure of personnel in hazardous scenarios.
