Textron Systems Corporation and its subsidiary Howe & Howe Inc. have introduced the RIPSAW M1 uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) technology demonstrator at the 2026 Modern Day Marine exposition.
The M1 represents the first variant in a new line of vehicles utilizing a Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA) designed to scale across a family of uncrewed systems. This technology demonstrator serves as a robotic force multiplier intended to work alongside the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) and Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) in support of the Force Design 2030 initiative.
Engineered for versatile mission profiles, the UGV is capable of performing reconnaissance, surveillance, and target acquisition (RSTA). Furthermore, the platform can be configured for hard kill counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) missions or serve as a launch platform for loitering munitions. These capabilities are intended to extend the reach and lethality of existing Marine Corps systems while reducing risk to personnel and protecting high-value ground assets.
“The M1 technology demonstrator shows the art of the possible for how UGVs can support the Marine Corps’ missions,” said Vice President of Programs, Sara Willett. “Along with Howe & Howe, we took our experience in autonomous robotic systems across land, air and sea – the same domains the Marine Corps’ missions live – to develop this system that demonstrates our ability to scale the SWAP up or down, all while maintaining the common robotic core that enables our UGVs to provide exceptional transportability and battlefield agility.”
The development of the M1 draws on Textron Systems’ extensive background in uncrewed systems, which includes millions of operational hours across multiple domains. The company remains focused on advancing modular, autonomous technologies to improve warfighter effectiveness and shape the trajectory of future uncrewed ground vehicles and operations.
