‘Jaguar’: The IDF’s Newest, Most Advanced Robot

A revolutionary robot developed by the IDF and IAI is changing the way Israel protects its borders––24 hours a day, 7 days a week, a semi-autonomous robotic system surveils the Israeli-Gaza border to identify and thwart terrorist activities. The robot, named ‘Jaguar’ for its maneuverability, is one of the first military robots in the world that can substitute combat soldiers on Israel’s borders and make the IDF a more efficient and technologically advanced military. 

The ‘Jaguar’ is equipped with a 7.62 mm MAG machine gun which operates both while stationary and on the move. The robot utilizes high-resolution cameras, transmitters, powerful headlights, and a remote-controlled PA system. Additionally, it has the ability to self-destruct if it falls into enemy hands.

The most unique aspect of the ‘Jaguar’ is its semi-autonomous system––the robot possesses the ability to self-drive to a set destination, knows how to spot and bypass obstacles and bumps using sensors and an advanced driving system, all while IDF observers and commanders have full operational control. 

Zvi Yarom, General Manager of the Land Systems Division at IAI stated “IAI is proud to provide the IDF with some of the most advanced technology in the world. IAI’s Land Systems Division provides a range of multi-domain products to team with maneuvering ground forces, so that commanders have the information needed to make decisions”.

"We have led a groundbreaking technological development––an independent robot that reduces the combat soldier’s friction with the enemy and prevents risks to human life,” remarked Lt. Col. Nathan Kuperstein, Head of Autonomy and Robotics at the IDF’s Land Technology Division. “It even knows how to charge itself––almost like an iRobot". He concluded, “there is no greater pride than defending your country”.