Defence & Space

American Rheinmetall Vehicles Now Operating as American Rheinmetall

American Rheinmetall Vehicles is now operating under the name American Rheinmetall, reflecting a commitment to serving all customers under a unified brand. The…

2025-02-22 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry of Finance visits Polish Deputy Minister of National Defense Paweł Bejda

State Secretary at the Polish Ministry of National Defense, Paweł Bejda, met with State Secretary at the German Federal Ministry…

2025-02-21 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

When Trump Plays with Putin – Europe Must Arm Itself

Donald Trump makes it clear that Europe must defend itself and take care of its own security. It has taken…

2025-02-21 | Sławek Zagórski | 4 minutes

Trump proves that Europe must take care of itself

Did President Donald Trump give Vladimir Putin a Valentine’s Day gift in the form of a part of Ukraine? It may look…

2025-02-14 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

Tender for the Unmanned Albatros for the Polish Navy Canceled

The Armament Agency has canceled the tender procedure for the short-range unmanned onboard rotorcraft program codenamed Albatros.

2025-02-21 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

When Trump Plays with Putin – Europe Must Arm Itself

Donald Trump makes it clear that Europe must defend itself and take care of its own security. It has taken…

2025-02-21 | Sławek Zagórski | 4 minutes

Elbit Systems to provide JNDFC Center for a European Country

Elbit Systems awarded contracts totaling approximately $100 million to provide Joint National Digital Fires Command Center for a European country.

2025-02-10 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Rheinmetall and Hologate sign strategic cooperation agreement for XR and VR simulation solutions

Rheinmetall and Hologate announce the start of a strategic cooperation. The aim is to develop innovative simulation solutions. Both companies combine expertise…

2024-12-03 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Mactronic on Enforce Tac 2025

Mactronic Group redefines tactical lighting with groundbreaking innovations debuting for the first time at this year’s Enforce Tac event.

2025-02-21 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Thales, Milrem Robotics, and EM&E Group sign a MoU for strategic cooperation in the UAE

Milrem Robotics, the world’s leading robotics and autonomous systems developer, EM&E Group, a prominent defence technology provider, and Thales in Belgium,…

2025-02-20 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

American Rheinmetall Vehicles Now Operating as American Rheinmetall

American Rheinmetall Vehicles is now operating under the name American Rheinmetall, reflecting a commitment to serving all customers under a unified brand. The…

2025-02-22 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

When Trump Plays with Putin – Europe Must Arm Itself

Donald Trump makes it clear that Europe must defend itself and take care of its own security. It has taken…

2025-02-21 | Sławek Zagórski | 4 minutes

Half a million landings and 125,000 flight hours of Polish Medical Air Rescue’s helicopters

The fleet of Airbus H135 rescue helicopters, belonging to Polish Medical Air Rescue, has reached half a million landings and surpassed a total…

2025-02-04 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

The Police ordered bulletproof vests and a mobile shooting range

The National Police Headquarters signed a contract with Lubawa Group for the delivery of a batch of integrated bulletproof vests, while the…

2025-01-08 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry of Finance visits Polish Deputy Minister of National Defense Paweł Bejda

State Secretary at the Polish Ministry of National Defense, Paweł Bejda, met with State Secretary at the German Federal Ministry…

2025-02-21 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Tender for the Unmanned Albatros for the Polish Navy Canceled

The Armament Agency has canceled the tender procedure for the short-range unmanned onboard rotorcraft program codenamed Albatros.

2025-02-21 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

State Secretary of the German Federal Ministry of Finance visits Polish Deputy Minister of National Defense Paweł Bejda

State Secretary at the Polish Ministry of National Defense, Paweł Bejda, met with State Secretary at the German Federal Ministry…

2025-02-21 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

When Trump Plays with Putin – Europe Must Arm Itself

Donald Trump makes it clear that Europe must defend itself and take care of its own security. It has taken…

2025-02-21 | Sławek Zagórski | 4 minutes

Bonus Food Project: Meals from Kielce-Based Company LYOFOOD Are Heading to Space

As part of the first Polish mission to the International Space Station, the Kielce-based company LYOFOOD, in collaboration with the European…

2025-02-10 | Redakcja | 7 minutes

Agreement Between Radmor and SpaceForest

The companies Radmor (part of the WB Group) and SpaceForest from Gdynia have signed a cooperation agreement, establishing a partnership between the…

2025-01-24 | Redakcja | 2 minutes
Shooting

Over 100% increase in gun permits in Poland in 2024

The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024. An increasing number of Poles now hold…

2025-02-20 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

CuraheeGear introduces the TF-50 uniform set to its product lineup

CuraheeGear introduces the TF-50 uniform set, which includes pants designed specifically for the Commando Military Unit (Jednostka Wojskowa Komandosów) in…

2025-02-18 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Black Week at Clawgear

The Black Week promotion at Clawgear runs until December 2, 2024. The more you add to your cart, the bigger the…

2024-11-28 | Michał Ihnatów | 1 minutes

Setting Up a Shooting Belt: An Example with Clawgear

To assist with shooting training and beyond, various belts and gear configurations have been developed and customized to suit individual needs. It’s…

2024-11-28 | Łukasz Kołodziejski | 14 minutes

CuraheeGear introduces the TF-50 uniform set to its product lineup

CuraheeGear introduces the TF-50 uniform set, which includes pants designed specifically for the Commando Military Unit (Jednostka Wojskowa Komandosów) in…

2025-02-18 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Helikon-Tex at Enforce Tac 2025 Trade Fair

From February 24 to 26, 2025, the Polish company Helikon-Tex will showcase its product range and new releases at the Enforce…

2025-02-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Enforce Tac 2025 starts on February 24th

Enforce Tac is an international trade fair aimed at law enforcement officers, experts from government agencies, and representatives of the…

2025-01-30 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

POLSECURE: Holsters HPE Poland offer for uniformed services

At the 3rd International Police and Public Security Fair POLSECURE 2024 in Kielce, Holsters HPE Poland presented its offer for…

2024-05-01 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Valentine’s Vis 100 M1 Bazooka Pink

Fabryka Broni Łucznik-Radom, which is part of Polish Armaments Group (PGZ), has prepared a special offer for women in celebration of…

2025-02-14 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

The tests of MSBS Grot S16

The MSBS Grot S16 FB-M1 is a semi-automatic variant of the standard assault rifle used by the Polish Armed Forces and law…

2024-11-18 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Setting Up a Shooting Belt: An Example with Clawgear

To assist with shooting training and beyond, various belts and gear configurations have been developed and customized to suit individual needs. It’s…

2024-11-28 | Łukasz Kołodziejski | 14 minutes

Weapon light: a practical tool for everyday service. How to choose?

In the world of armed forces, where every second can determine the outcome of an operation, precision and effectiveness are…

2024-08-29 | Redakcja | 7 minutes

Over 100% increase in gun permits in Poland in 2024

The Polish Police have released statistical data on firearm permits issued in 2024. An increasing number of Poles now hold…

2025-02-20 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Firearms In Poland 2023: Number of permits continues to grow

The National Police Headquarters has released statistics regarding the number of firearm permits and firearms themselves in the hands of…

2024-02-17 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

5 Best Value ATN Rifle Scopes Under €1500

ATN is a leading manufacturer of daytime optics, smart night vision, and thermal vision technology. The innovative features and ergonomic designs…

2022-11-11 | Redakcja | 8 minutes

MILMAG Visits Grand Power

Grand Power is a Slovak manufacturer of the acknowledged good quality firearms. Take part in our guided tour with English subtitles.

2022-05-23 | Redakcja | 1 minutes

TEST: Direct Action Vanguard Uniform

The Vanguard is a uniform set from the Polish brand Direct Action, designed in collaboration with special forces soldiers. There are…

2025-01-19 | Michał Gaweł | 18 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

EOTECH Holographic Sight – History, Technology, Practice

The holographic sight is a device known for nearly 30 years and used by professionals around the world. A favorite sight of many…

2024-09-02 | Michał Gaweł | 12 minutes

MSPO 2024: Parasnake will Showcase UAVs from AeroVironment

During the upcoming 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO at Targi Kielce, the local company Parasnake Arkadiusz Szewczyk will showcase unmanned aerial vehicles from the American manufacturer, AeroVironment Inc.

At the 32nd International Defence Industry Exhibition MSPO 2024 at Targi Kielce, which will take place from September 3-6, the Kielce-based company Parasnake Arkadiusz Szewczyk will showcase four models of unmanned aerial vehicles from the American manufacturer, AeroVironment Inc.

T-20 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

T-20

Launched via a catapult, independent of access to runways, the T-20 fixed-wing unmanned aerial vehicle offers the best-in-class flight endurance of over 24 hours, an operational range of up to 185 km (115 miles), and the capability to operate beyond the line of sight (BLOS) of the operator.

The T-20 is a portable system that can be configured and launched in less than 60 minutes, requiring only a small operational area. With a payload capacity of 22.7 kg (50 pounds), the aircraft is capable of performing multiple missions with fully integrated payload modules, including optoelectronic sensors such as the Cloud Cap TASE 200 and 400 Series, gyroscopically stabilized EO/IR sensors with continuous zoom, onboard GPS/INS, and video processing. Additionally, the T-20 features a common autopilot and ground control system architecture, providing a highly configurable, modular platform that can be tailored to the customer’s operational requirements.

The T-20 has a wingspan of 5.7 meters, a length of 2.9 meters, and a cruising speed of 92.6 km/h (50 knots). Its takeoff weight is 102 kg. The aircraft is powered by a 190 cc gasoline engine with electronic fuel injection (MOGAS), driving a single propeller located at the nose. The maximum altitude is 6,096 meters (20,000 feet).

Jump 20 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

Jump 20

The Jump 20 is a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle designed to provide advanced intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) services with multiple sensors. Offering over 14 hours of flight endurance and an operational range of up to 185 km (115 miles), the Jump 20 is ideal for multi-mission operations.

The system is runway-independent and can be configured and launched in less than 60 minutes without the need for launch or recovery equipment (such as catapults or nets). With a payload capacity of up to 13.6 kg (30 pounds), the Jump 20 offers flexible payload options, such as ARCAM 45D imaging sensors, long-range EO/MWIR infrared sensors, as well as onboard tracking, stabilization, and video processing systems. The aircraft features a common autopilot and ground control system architecture, providing a highly configurable, modular platform that can be tailored to the customer’s requirements.

The Jump 20 has a wingspan of 5.7 meters, a length of 2.9 meters, and a cruising speed of 107.4 km/h (56 knots). Its takeoff weight is 97.5 kg. The aircraft is powered by a 190 cc gasoline engine with electronic fuel injection (MOGAS), which, along with batteries, powers four vertical lift rotors in underwing nacelles and a single propeller located at the nose. The maximum altitude is 5,182 meters (17,000 feet).

On March 1, 2023, the Jump 20 was selected for the second phase of the FTUAS (Future Tactical Unmanned Aerial Systems) program, alongside the Aerosonde Mk. 4.8 Hybrid Quad from Textron Systems Corporation.

Switchblade 600 / Photo: AeroVironment Inc.

Switchblade 600

This is a loitering munition developed under the Army Single Multi-Mission Attack program. The Switchblade 600 has a range of over 40 km (which can be extended to over 90 km) and a flight endurance of more than 40 minutes. The system weighs 54.4 kg, with the aircraft itself weighing 22.7 kg, carrying a warhead based on the FGM-148 Javelin anti-tank missile warhead. It is equipped with a 4-sensor optoelectronic guidance system and is controlled via a tablet. The cruising speed is 112 km/h, while the attack speed reaches 185 km/h. It can attack targets from above in top attack mode.

It is used by the armed forces of the USA, Ukraine (as military aid), and Lithuania.

Switchblade 300 / Photo: USMC

Switchblade 300

This is a smaller variant of the Switchblade 600, which has been implemented in two sub-versions: Block 10C and Block 20.

The first variant (Block 10C) is 610 mm in length and weighs 2.7 kg. After launch, it can remain airborne for 10 minutes and fly up to 10 km away from the operator. The maximum flight speed is 157 km/h. It is equipped with a day and infrared camera as well as a GPS locator. The warhead it carries has the explosive equivalent of a 40 mm grenade. Communication with the operator is facilitated through a Digital Data Link (DDL) module. A single Switchblade 300 can be launched by one soldier. A multi-pack launcher (MPL) weighing 73 kg has been developed, containing 6 tubes for individual loitering munitions ready for use (the design allows for scaling from 2 to 20 tubes).

The second sub-version (Block 20) offers an extended flight time of up to 20 minutes and an improved DDL link range. It is equipped with a panoramic camera set, both day and infrared, providing real-time imagery. The weight of the munition has been increased to 3.6 kg. The drone can transmit intelligence information, such as the GPS coordinates of targets.

In addition to the USA, the United Kingdom and France have also decided to purchase the Switchblade 300. It has been sent to Ukraine as military aid, and recently, Taiwan and Australia received approval to purchase it. The estimated cost of a single drone is between 90,000 and 120,000 USD.

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