Iguana French Tracked Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)
Iguana
Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)
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Basic Information
Name
Iguana French Tracked Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)
Designation
Iguana
Alternate Designation
Iguana
Equipment Type
Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)
Manufacturer
Exail
Date of Introduction
2015
Description
The Iguana French Tracked Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV) is a modular, mid-weight unmanned ground vehicle developed by Exail (formerly ECA Group), a French robotics and automation systems manufacturer with over 80 years of heritage in robotics. The system represents the latest generation in Exail's EOD/IEDD platform family, which also includes the lighter Cameleon series (LG and MK3 variants) and the tactical Cobra series. The platform features four independent motorized flippers for enhanced mobility across irregular terrain, mud, sand, and stairs. Its modular architecture with IP65 waterproof construction enables deployment in harsh climatic conditions including heat, cold, rain, snow, and fog.
Ground Specifications
Mobility Type
Tracked
Engine
Battery
Max Speed
6.0 km/h
Range
500.0 km
System
Alternative Designation
Iguana
Type
Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV)
Manufacturer
Exail
Configuration
Track
Crew
Unmanned
Command & Control System
The Iguana integrates an 11.6-inch full HD ruggedized touchscreen operator control unit (OCU) with:
Smartphone-inspired drag-and-drop interface for customizable display configuration;
3D active model visualization of robot position and arm configuration;
Video recording capability with USB/Ethernet outputs;
Multi-axis joystick control (4 independent units);
Hands-free harness integration;
GPS localization and mapping (Geotiff format).
Interoperability: The OCU is cross-compatible with Exail's Cameleon MK3, enabling single-operator control of multiple platform types.
Payload Capacity
40 kg
Manipulator Arm & Payload Capabilities
The Iguana mounts a 6-axis robotic arm with the following performance envelope:
Vertical Reach: Up to 2.2 meters (enabling inspection of aircraft overhead lockers and vessels);
Horizontal Reach: Up to 1.2 meters;
Lifting Capability: 15 kg standard / 19 kg with restrictions;
Gripper Aperture: 0-9 cm / 6-15 cm (multiple configurations);
Gripper Rotation: 360° continuous without limit;
Turret Rotation: ±185°.
The arm integrates 4 standard cameras with white and near-infrared LED lighting, expandable to 6 total cameras. Critically, the system supports simultaneous deployment of two water disruptors for multi-threat neutralization within a single mission cycle, reducing operational time.
Sensor & Mission Module
The Iguana accommodates modular plug-and-play mission payloads, including:
X-ray Systems: For package/luggage content determination;
CBRN Sensors: AP4C, HDS101, XAM7000 multi-gas detectors (up to five simultaneous gases);
Pan & Tilt Zoom Cameras: Up to 120× magnification;
Disruptor Water Cannons: For explosive ordnance neutralization (standard configuration: 2 mounting points);
Thermal Imaging: Optional infrared capability;
Laser Telemeter: 25-meter range measurement;
Fiber Optic Transmission: Expandable to 1,000 meters (standard fiber reel: 300 meters).
All mission modules feature hot-swap capability, enabling rapid reconfiguration in-theatre without vehicle shutdown.
Operating Temperature
-20°C to +50°C
Dimensions
Length
79 cm
Width
42.5 cm
Height
25-75 cm
Weight, Combat
52 kg
Automotive
Engine Name
INA
Engine Type
Battery
Engine Power
INA
Maximum Range
Radio Range (COFDM): Up to 500 meters line-of-sight with MESH network redundancy.
Fiber Optic Range: Up to 1,000 meters with expandable drum system.
Maximum Speed
6 km/h
Amphibious
No
Obstacle Clearance
Up to 50 cm
Slope Capability
45° climbing / 30° cross-slope
Endurance
4 hours
Protection
Armor
INA
Applique Armor
INA
NBC Protection
No
Image Sources
Notes
https://www.exail.com/product-range/unmanned-ground-vehicles; https://www.armyrecognition.com/archives/archives-land-defense/2018/french-mod-awards-eca-group-a-30m-contract-to-supply-iguana-e-ugvs; https://www.armyrecognition.com/archives/archives-land-defense/land-defense-2015/meet-iguana-the-eca-group-s-new-generation-of-ugvs-for-homeland-security-21509152
Details
Country of Origin
France
Category
Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV)
Land > Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGV)
Filter Label
I
Classification
Domain
Ground
Equipment Status
Active
Dimensions
Length
0.79 m
Width
0.43 m
Height
0.25 m
Weight
52 kg
Operators (2)
France
Morocco
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