Kawasaki Unveils CORLEO: A Hydrogen-Powered Robotic Horse Redefining Mobility
Kawasaki Heavy Industries has taken a bold step into the future with the unveiling of CORLEO, a hydrogen-powered, four-legged robotic mount that looks straight out of a sci-fi movie. Designed to be ridden like a mechanical steed, CORLEO combines zero-emission hydrogen technology with advanced robotics and artificial intelligence to deliver a futuristic, eco-conscious mobility experience.
Debuting at the Osaka-Kansai Expo 2025, CORLEO walks on four articulated robotic legs, giving it the ability to traverse uneven terrain with agility and balance. Instead of wheels, this robotic creature uses intelligent limb coordination to adapt to different surfaces—bringing nature-inspired motion to machine form.
What powers this robot is just as fascinating: a compact 150cc hydrogen engine that generates electricity on the go, emitting nothing but water vapor. Riders steer the robot through subtle shifts in weight, much like riding a living creature—making CORLEO not only functional, but intuitive and immersive.
While it remains a conceptual prototype, Kawasaki hinted at a broader vision where such robotic mobility devices could become part of everyday life by 2050. As of now, there’s no official release date or pricing, but CORLEO certainly ignites curiosity about the role of hydrogen robotics in the transportation of tomorrow.
