Textron Systems And Howe & Howe Debut RIPSAWTM M1 Uncrewed Ground Vehicle (UGV) Technology Demonstrator

Textron Systems And Howe & Howe Debut RIPSAW^TM M1 Uncrewed Ground Vehicle (UGV) Technology Demonstrator

2026 Modern Day Marine Exposition, Washington D.C. (April 28, 2026) - Textron Systems Corporation, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, and its subsidiary Howe & Howe Inc., today debuted the RIPSAW^TM M1 uncrewed ground vehicle (UGV) technology demonstrator at the 2026 Modern Day Marine exposition. The M1 UGV is designed to support U.S. Marine Corps missions of littoral mobility and uncrewed teaming concept of operations (CONOPS).

The M1 technology demonstrator is the next iteration in the company's Modular Open Systems Approach (MOSA)-designed UGVs, demonstrating the capacity and capability to scale our family of UGVs. The technology demonstrator is the first variant in the M1 line of vehicles, designed as a robotic force multiplier for the Advanced Reconnaissance Vehicle (ARV) and Amphibious Combat Vehicle (ACV) to support Force Design 2030.

The UGV can support target missions including hard kill counter-unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and reconnaissance, surveillance and target acquisition (RSTA). It can also serve as a loitering munition launch platform. The vehicle is envisioned to extend the reach and lethality of the Marines' existing systems to keep personnel out of harm's way and protect heavier, and more expensive, ground vehicles.

"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."

With decades of uncrewed systems leadership and millions of operational hours across domains, Textron Systems continues to draw on its deep experience to deliver reliable, mission-ready innovation. With a commitment to advancing modular, autonomous technologies that strengthen warfighter effectiveness, Textron Systems continues to shape the future of uncrewed ground operations.

ABOUT HOWE & HOWE

Howe & Howe is a leader in advanced robotic land vehicles, built and proven for extreme conditions. With a portfolio that includes leading advanced robotic land vehicles, such as the RIPSAW^® M5 and the Thermite^® robotic firefighter, the company is ready and able to support customers wherever they need it most. For more information, visit www.howeandhowe.com.

About Textron Systems

Textron Systems is a world leader in uncrewed air, surface and land products, services and support founded on the combined expertise in our family of brands that includes Textron Systems, Howe & Howe, Lycoming, and ATAC. We harness the unlimited power of teamwork to solve incredible problems across seven specialized domains: air, land, sea, propulsion, weapon systems, electronic systems and test, training & simulation. From product development and manufacturing to training, operations and support, we integrate and offer ingenious and advanced solutions to support defense, aerospace, and other customer missions. For more information, visit https://www.textronsystems.com.

About Textron Inc.

Textron Inc. is a multi-industry company that leverages its global network of aircraft, defense, industrial and finance businesses to provide customers with innovative solutions and services. Textron is known around the world for its powerful brands such as Bell, Cessna, Beechcraft, Pipistrel, Jacobsen, Kautex, Lycoming, E-Z-GO, and Textron Systems. For more information, visit: https://www.textron.com.

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