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 The XR-85, also known as the siege droid tank, is one of the automated combat vehicles appearing in the Star Wars Expanded Universe—now known as Legends. Unlike conventional crewed tanks, this vehicle was designed to operate without an organic crew, utilizing automated systems to navigate, identify targets, and engage enemy forces. Its concept aligned with the military doctrine of the Galactic Empire, which sought to leverage technological superiority, large-scale industrial production, and firepower to crush resistance on subjugated worlds The XR-85 was manufactured by Arakyd Industries, a company specializing in military technology and droids that also produced machines such as the Viper probe droid. Although its development is attributed to Arakyd engineers, Legends sources do not conclusively identify a specific individual designer. Early prototypes were relatively small but proved too costly for mass production. Later, during Grand Admiral Thrawn's campaigns, the design was r...