US Army Tests Heavy-Lift TRV-150 Logistics Drone at Fort Stewart

U.S. Army soldiers conducted training with the TRV-150 heavy-lift drone at Fort Stewart, Georgia, on February 12, 2026, as the service evaluates the system for potential logistical applications. The exercise marked the Army’s first formal evaluation of the TRV-150, a drone already in use by the U.S. Marine Corps.

The training involved soldiers operating the TRV-150 to assess its capabilities in a realistic field environment, according to an Army statement. The service is examining the drone’s potential to transport supplies and equipment, reducing the logistical burden on conventional military vehicles and personnel. Details regarding the specific unit involved in the training were not immediately released.

The Marine Corps has been actively testing and integrating the TRUAS drone, a related unmanned aerial system, for resupply missions. Recent Marine Corps exercises, as reported earlier this month, have focused on pushing the TRUAS to its operational limits, demonstrating its capacity for delivering critical supplies to forward-deployed units. The Army’s evaluation of the TRV-150 appears to be informed by the Marine Corps’ experiences with similar heavy-lift drone technology.

The TRV-150’s introduction into Army training signals a growing interest in unmanned aerial systems for logistical support. The Army has previously utilized smaller drones for reconnaissance and surveillance, but the TRV-150 represents a significant increase in payload capacity and range. This shift reflects a broader trend within the Department of Defense towards leveraging unmanned systems to enhance operational efficiency and reduce risk to personnel.

Further testing and evaluation of the TRV-150 are planned at Fort Stewart in the coming weeks, with the Army expected to release a comprehensive assessment of the drone’s performance and suitability for widespread deployment. No timeline for potential procurement or fielding of the TRV-150 has been announced.