Military Robots Market Report 2026

The military robots market size has grown strongly in recent years. It will grow from $23.85 billion in 2025 to $25.89 billion in 2026 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the historic period can be attributed to development of early remotely operated military robots for bomb disposal, adoption of robotic systems for search and rescue missions, technological advancements in autonomous navigation and control systems, growth in defense contracts for military robotics, integration of robots in battlefield surveillance and reconnaissance missions.

The military robots market size is expected to see strong growth in the next few years. It will grow to $35.87 billion in 2030 at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 8.5%. The growth in the forecast period can be attributed to increasing deployment of autonomous military robots for combat and logistics, advancements in ai-driven decision-making and obstacle avoidance, growth in multi-terrain and amphibious military robotic systems, rising investment in swarm and coordinated robotic operations, integration of robotics with real-time data analytics and sensor networks. Major trends in the forecast period include increased deployment of unmanned ground vehicles (ugvs) for combat and support, rising use of autonomous aerial vehicles for isr missions, adoption of advanced bomb disposal and eod robotics, integration of multi-sensor payloads for enhanced surveillance, growing demand for search, rescue, and firefighting military robots.

The rise in terrorist attacks is expected to drive the growth of the military robot market in the coming years. A terrorist attack refers to any act of violence or threat intended to create fear or intimidation to achieve political, religious, or ideological objectives. Such attacks may be carried out by individuals or groups and can target people, property, or critical infrastructure. Military robots play an essential role in preventing and responding to terrorist incidents by helping minimize casualties and damage. They are used for surveillance and reconnaissance, search and rescue, communication relay, remote engagement, and intelligence gathering, all of which contribute to increased demand for military robotics. For example, in September 2025, according to the Home Office, a UK government department, 83 individuals were tried for terrorism-related offenses in the year ending June 30, 2025 - five more than in the previous year. Therefore, the rising number of terrorist attacks is contributing to the growth of the military robot market.

Major companies in the military robot market are focusing on developing advanced technological solutions, such as battery-powered platforms, to improve efficiency and performance in defense operations. Battery-powered platforms enhance mobility and operational endurance for military robots, enabling longer missions without frequent recharging. For instance, in October 2023, the Military College of Electronics and Mechanical Engineering, an India-based institution specializing in training military officers in electronics and mechanical engineering, launched the “Robotic Buddy” for battlefield missions. The Robotic Buddy can detect humans, monitor designated areas, and measure distances while transmitting vital intelligence, surveillance, and target acquisition data. It also features a robotic arm capable of lifting up to 15 kilograms (33 pounds) to safely retrieve unexploded shells. The arm is detachable, allowing the system to function as a battlefield stretcher for evacuating injured personnel.

In July 2024, LIG Nex1 Co. Ltd., a South Korea-based defense technology company, acquired a 60% controlling stake in Ghost Robotics Corporation for $240 million USD. With this acquisition, LIG Nex1 and Ghost Robotics aim to combine their expertise to advance autonomous robotic solutions, accelerate innovation, and develop next-generation robotic systems for industrial and defense applications. Ghost Robotics Corporation is a U.S.-based robotics company specializing in quadrupedal unmanned ground vehicles (Q-UGVs) designed for challenging environments and a wide range of government and enterprise uses.

Major companies operating in the military robots market are Lockheed Marin Corporation, Northrup Grumman Corporation, General Dynamics Corporation, BAE Systems, Aerovironment Inc, Boston Dynamics, Thales Group, Turkish Aerospace Industries Inc., QinetiQ, Cobham PLC, Saab AB, Endeavor Robotics, Clearpath Robotics, Boeing, Energid Technologies, Recon Robotics, FLIR Systems Inc., Elbit Systems Ltd., Israel Aerospace Industries Ltd., Baykar, Textron Inc., ECA Group, IAI, Milrem Robotics, Nexter Robotics, Oshkosh Corporation, Rheinmetall AG, Roboteam, RUAG Group, Sarcos Robotics, Shark Robotics, ST Engineering, Telerob, Turkish Aerospace Industries.

North America was the largest region in military robots market in 2025. North America is expected to be the fastest growing region in the global military robots market during the forecast period. The regions covered in the military robots market report are Asia-Pacific, South East Asia, Western Europe, Eastern Europe, North America, South America, Middle East, Africa.

Note that the outlook for this market is being affected by rapid changes in trade relations and tariffs globally. The report will be updated prior to delivery to reflect the latest status, including revised forecasts and quantified impact analysis. The report’s Recommendations and Conclusions sections will be updated to give strategies for entities dealing with the fast-moving international environment.

Tariffs on military robots and their components have increased production costs and caused delays in supply chains, particularly affecting high-tech payloads and airborne platforms in North America and Europe. These tariffs impact procurement budgets for defense departments and slow deployment of advanced robotic systems. Positively, tariffs encourage local manufacturing, promote domestic R&D, and push for innovation in autonomous military robotics to reduce dependency on imports.

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Military robots are specialized robotic systems designed for various applications within the military context. These robots are remotely controlled and serve a wide range of functions, including transportation, search and rescue, surveillance, combat, and various other tasks.

The primary platforms in military robotics include land, marine, and airborne systems. Unmanned Ground Vehicles (UGVs) are commonly used on land and come in various forms, such as wheeled or tracked robots, as well as legged robots with two or more legs, which can resemble humans or animals. These robots are equipped with different payloads, including sensors, cameras, LCD screens, weapons, radar systems, and more. They find applications in areas such as intelligence, surveillance, reconnaissance (ISR), search and rescue missions, combat support, transportation of goods, explosive ordnance disposal (EOD), mine clearance, and firefighting. The key sectors utilizing military robots are the armed forces and homeland security.

The countries covered in the military robots market report are China, India, Japan, Australia, Indonesia, South Korea, Bangladesh, Thailand, Vietnam, Malaysia, Singapore, Philippines, Hong Kong, Taiwan, New Zealand, UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, Austria, Belgium, Denmark, Finland, Ireland, Netherlands, Norway, Portugal, Sweden, Switzerland, Russia, Czech Republic, Poland, Romania, Ukraine, USA, Canada, Mexico, Brazil, Chile, Argentina, Colombia, Peru, Saudi Arabia, Israel, Iran, Turkey, UAE, Egypt, Nigeria, South Africa.

The military robots market consists of sales of military robots such as military transportation robots, search and rescue military robots, firefighting military robots, and mine clearance military robots. Values in this market are factory gate values, that is the value of goods sold by the manufacturers or creators of the goods, whether to other entities (including downstream manufacturers, wholesalers, distributors, and retailers) or directly to end customers. The value of goods in this market includes related services sold by the creators of the goods.

The market value is defined as the revenues that enterprises gain from the sale of goods and/or services within the specified market and geography through sales, grants, or donations in terms of the currency (in USD unless otherwise specified).

The revenues for a specified geography are consumption values that are revenues generated by organizations in the specified geography within the market, irrespective of where they are produced. It does not include revenues from resales along the supply chain, either further along the supply chain or as part of other products.

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