Kalashnikov showcases electric military motorcycles

Russia’s Kalashnikov Concern presented a range of weapons and mobility systems currently in demand in combat operations in Ukraine during a defense exhibition hosted by state corporation Rostec, where company representatives demonstrated new electric military transport platforms alongside small arms and reconnaissance equipment.

The presentation was shown to Rostec chief executive Sergei Chemezov as part of an industry display highlighting equipment linked to battlefield use.

The exhibition reflects continued efforts by Russian defense manufacturers to adapt equipment for frontline logistics and mobility challenges observed during the war in Ukraine. Lightweight, low-noise transport systems have gained attention as forces seek alternatives to conventional vehicles that are more vulnerable to detection or limited by terrain conditions.

According to Kalashnikov, the company displayed several products including the shortened 5.45 mm AK-12K assault rifle, the 9 mm PPK-20 submachine gun, and the Skat 350 M all-weather high-altitude reconnaissance drone. However, the presentation drew particular attention to electric “Izh-Enduro” motorcycles equipped with sidecars and trailer attachments designed for cargo delivery and battlefield evacuation tasks.

As noted by the company, the Izh-Enduro motorcycle with sidecar is described as a universal platform with enhanced maneuverability. Kalashnikov stated the vehicle is reliable, features simplified controls, and can reach speeds between 100 and 150 kilometers per hour depending on configuration. Both electric motorcycle variants attracted interest from exhibition visitors, according to company statements.

Kalashnikov previously reported delivering batches of electric vehicles to frontline units, including Izh-Enduro electric motorcycles and Izh-ScootWay electric scooters produced internally and equipped with universal cargo trailers. The company said the trailers can carry up to 200 kilograms, enabling troops to transport ammunition, equipment, and supplies in areas where heavier vehicles face mobility constraints.

According to Kalashnikov, the new electric platforms were developed in 2025 by specialists at the company’s prototyping center as an internal initiative based on requests from potential users. The vehicles are designed for environments where terrain, visibility, or acoustic limitations restrict the use of traditional transport systems.

The company stated that both the Izh-Enduro electric motorcycle and the two-seat high-mobility Izh-ScootWay scooter are classified as low-noise transport systems intended for combat and special missions requiring maneuverability and reduced acoustic signature. These characteristics are intended to support operations near frontline areas, including resupply missions and short-range troop movement.

Technically, the Izh-Enduro weighs approximately 100 kilograms and is powered by a lithium-ion battery providing a range of up to 100 kilometers depending on operating conditions. Engineers reinforced mounting points, introduced a quick-release trailer attachment system, and improved loading ergonomics to allow rapid deployment in field environments, according to the company.

In practical military terms, electric mobility platforms offer advantages in reconnaissance and logistics roles where reduced engine noise lowers detection risk. Smaller vehicles can also move along narrow routes or damaged terrain that limit the use of armored transport or trucks, particularly in contested areas affected by drone surveillance.

The exhibition also served as a platform for Kalashnikov to showcase systems it says are shaped by operational feedback. Defense manufacturers increasingly reference battlefield demand when introducing modified equipment, reflecting rapid adaptation cycles within wartime production environments.