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Despite evidence to the contrary, Russian officials continue to deny the systemic flaws of the Uran-9. Official statements and promotional efforts lean heavily on false assurances, attempting to mask the project’s failures. The Russian government has yet to secure significant export deals, and no confirmed international buyers have acquired the Uran-9.
More tellingly, since Russia’s full-scale invasion of Ukraine in 2022, the Uran-9 has not appeared on any operational battlefield. The vehicle remains absent from the frontline, where it could have demonstrated its supposed capabilities. Instead, Russia has resorted to assembling and deploying antiquated equipment—such as vintage tanks or improvised vehicles—highlighting the failure of its ambitious robotic programs.