Defence & Space

Ukraine continues strikes on targets in Russia as Kremlin losses mount

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported further strikes on targets in the Russian Federation, including six tankers, two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 6 minutes

Polish aircraft intercept Russian Su-30s and an Il-20M

For the third consecutive day, Russian military aircraft operated near Polish airspace. Poland’s defense minister reported the interception of two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

ICEYE Federation: How can the effectiveness of national satellite constellations be increased?

In recent years, ICEYE has been increasingly developing its portfolio of services aimed at military customers. This European company, which builds satellites…

2026-06-17 | Przemysław Gurgurewicz | 14 minutes

MSBS Grot: A Polish firearm with its own DNA

The MSBS Grot is a family of carbines and rifles developed by Polish engineers, the military, and users who gradually shaped its…

2026-06-14 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 12 minutes

Ukraine continues strikes on targets in Russia as Kremlin losses mount

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported further strikes on targets in the Russian Federation, including six tankers, two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 6 minutes

Polish aircraft intercept Russian Su-30s and an Il-20M

For the third consecutive day, Russian military aircraft operated near Polish airspace. Poland’s defense minister reported the interception of two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz cooperate on unmanned systems programs

German companies Quantum Systems and Rohde & Schwarz have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) on cooperation in integrating electronic warfare and signals…

2026-05-13 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Artificial Intelligence to Help Polish Interior Ministry Services Fight Fires and Crime, and Protect Borders

Artificial intelligence will help services subordinate to the Ministry of the Interior and Administration fight fires and crime, and protect borders.…

2026-05-08 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

BORDERS 2026: Forcepol presents Weibel Xenta-M radar for the San program

At the 9th edition of the Eastern Border Protection Trade Show BORDERS 2026, Warsaw-based company Forcepol presented, among other things, the…

2026-06-24 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

Eurosatory 2026: Jakusz offers warheads and loitering munitions

At the Eurosatory 2026 trade show in Paris, the MILMAG portal editorial team conducted an interview with representatives of the management of…

2026-06-23 | Jakub Link-Lenczowski | 8 minutes

Poland: Jelcz leases former Rafako facility to Rosomak

Jelcz (pronounced ‘yelch’), part of the Polish Armaments Group (PGZ), has announced an agreement with Rosomak to sublease one of the…

2026-07-16 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

BAE Systems delivers first artillery barrel forgings to Ukraine

British company BAE Systems has delivered to Ukraine the first of 150 locally manufactured forgings for 105 mm and 155 mm…

2026-07-16 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

Poland: One year of Operation Safe West

July 7, 2026, marked the first anniversary of the launch of Operation “Safe West.” One year earlier, soldiers of the…

2026-07-09 | Redakcja | 3 minutes

US Customs and Border Protection orders more Airbus H125 helicopters

European company Airbus Helicopters has finalized a contract for the purchase of 10 H125 light helicopters by US Customs and Border Protection’s…

2026-07-09 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Ukraine continues strikes on targets in Russia as Kremlin losses mount

The General Staff of the Armed Forces of Ukraine reported further strikes on targets in the Russian Federation, including six tankers, two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 6 minutes

Polish aircraft intercept Russian Su-30s and an Il-20M

For the third consecutive day, Russian military aircraft operated near Polish airspace. Poland’s defense minister reported the interception of two…

2026-07-17 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

Poland’s defense and foreign ministers hold press conference after NATO Summit in Ankara

The two-day NATO Summit concluded in Ankara on July 8. Poland was represented by President Karol Nawrocki, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of…

2026-07-10 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Poland’s defence minister attends meeting of heads of Polish diplomatic missions

In Warsaw, Poland’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz and Secretary of State at the Ministry of National…

2026-07-10 | Redakcja | 5 minutes

First satellite of the MikroGlob Earth Observation Satellite System reaches space

The Polish Ministry of National Defence announced the launch into space of the first PIRX-1 satellite under the MikroGlob Earth…

2026-07-08 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes

ICEYE places four new satellites in orbit during the Transporter-17 mission

Polish-Finnish company ICEYE, a global leader in satellite reconnaissance, has successfully placed four new SAR satellites in orbit.

2026-07-08 | Redakcja | 4 minutes
Shooting

Light on the Rifle: Why It Changes Everything Inside a Building

Weapon-mounted lighting is one of the most discussed and least understood categories in tactical equipment. This is a guide to what it actually…

2026-07-13 | Redakcja | 5 minutes

Hybrid Staccato HD P4X hits the market

Staccato is expanding its HD line of combat pistols with the new P4X, which combines a full-size grip with a compact slide…

2026-07-10 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Light on the Rifle: Why It Changes Everything Inside a Building

Weapon-mounted lighting is one of the most discussed and least understood categories in tactical equipment. This is a guide to what it actually…

2026-07-13 | Redakcja | 5 minutes

MILTAC to supply Polish Police with Lapua .308 Winchester precision ammunition

MILTAC will supply 96,000 rounds of .308 Winchester Lapua OTM Scenar 12 g/185 gr precision ammunition under a procurement procedure conducted…

2026-07-04 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

BC ARMS USA: Polish defense company enters the American market

BC ARMS USA is a new company based in California that will offer Americans ballistic protection equipment of Polish design.

2026-07-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Soft armor vest Titanium Tactical QR I from Greek Anorak

The Greek company Anorak offers a soft bulletproof vest, Titanium Tactical QR I, available for sale from EUR 599 to EUR 738.

2026-06-23 | Rafał Muczyński | 2 minutes

Polish team wins King of 2 Miles 2026 competition

Jakub Sidorowicz as the shooter and Rafał Rutkowski as the spotter won the demanding King of 2 Miles long-range competition in France, scoring two…

2026-05-12 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

This Year’s Spring Delta Long Range Weekend Concludes

Another edition of the Delta Long Range Weekend has concluded. Long-range shooting enthusiasts met at the Military Institute of Armament Technology…

2026-05-11 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 4 minutes

Hybrid Staccato HD P4X hits the market

Staccato is expanding its HD line of combat pistols with the new P4X, which combines a full-size grip with a compact slide…

2026-07-10 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

An unusual gift from Erdoğan to NATO leaders: What is the Gümüşay revolver?

At the conclusion of the NATO Summit in Ankara, held on July 7–8, Turkish President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan presented the invited leaders with…

2026-07-10 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Mantis TitanX now available at the Strefa Celu store

Strefa Celu (Jammas) announces the arrival of advanced Mantis TitanX training devices, which, taking the form of a Glock pistol replica…

2026-04-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Delta Long Range Weekend 2026 coming on May 9

This year’s edition of Delta Long Range Weekend will take place on May 9. Do you shoot mid-range, long-range, or extreme long-range? Test…

2026-03-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 5 minutes

Growth in Firearm Permits in Poland Continues in 2025

The National Police Headquarters has released a report on firearm permits in Poland in 2025. The number of shooters continues to increase, with nearly 45,000…

2026-02-06 | Michał Ihnatów | 6 minutes

Poland: Temporary Ban on Carrying Firearms in Warsaw on November 11, 2025

Minister Marcin Kierwiński has instructed the security services to take measures ensuring safety during the Independence March in Warsaw and other events…

2025-10-30 | 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 | 9 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

Mactronic Patrol RX Flashlight – Six-Month Field Review

I received the Mactronic Patrol RX for testing at the end of 2025. After more than six months of use, I can now…

2026-07-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 9 minutes

KJI K950 Carbon – a tripod for discerning shooters

The concept of tripods in shooting has firmly taken root in shooters’ minds. The idea of using tripods began to take shape during…

2026-06-11 | Jarosław Lis | 10 minutes

Light on the Rifle: Why It Changes Everything Inside a Building

Weapon-mounted lighting is one of the most discussed and least understood categories in tactical equipment. This is a guide to what it actually…

2026-07-13 | Redakcja | 5 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

Russians Use the New Izdeliye 30 Cruise Missile in Combat

The Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine has revealed that Russia has begun using new air-launched cruise missiles designated Izdeliye 30 (Product 30) and published technical details after examining the wreckage.

On Monday, March 2, 2026, the Main Intelligence Directorate of the Ministry of Defense of Ukraine (HUR MO) reported that, according to an analysis by its specialists, the recently recovered wreckage of a missile used in a massive drone-and-missile strike represents a new self-guided system carried by aircraft, designated Izdeliye 30 (Product 30).

Image and photos: HUR MO

A detailed analysis of the design, components, and electronic component base has been published in the “Strike Assets” section of the War & Sanctions information portal. The site has previously featured analyses of other new weapons systems, including the Geran-5 combat UAV and the S8000 Banderol cruise missile.

According to the analysis of the debris, the missile contains components from both Russian and foreign entities. Based on markings and design features, its main manufacturer and integrator has been identified as OKB Zvezda, which is part of Tactical Missiles Corporation (KTRV), headquartered in Korolyov near Moscow.

The missile has a wingspan of 3 meters, carries a heavy 800 kg warhead, and is assessed to have an operational range of at least 1,500 km. Its first recorded combat use against a target on Ukrainian territory took place at the end of last year.

Photographs of the recovered wreckage:

How was the manufacturer identified? According to the analysis, certain technical solutions were found to be standardized with other products developed by this design bureau and the wider KTRV corporation. In particular, the missile contains a pneumatic pyro-valve identical to components used in the Kh-35U Uran anti-ship missile. Its structural layout also indicates compatibility with the AKU-5M launcher system used for deploying Raduga Kh-101, Kh-55, and Kh-555 cruise missiles from strategic bombers.

In turn, the satellite navigation system, possibly used for the first time in Russian cruise missiles, combines products from two different Russian companies: a jam-resistant satellite signal receiver with a Kometa-M12 digital antenna manufactured by the All-Russian Research Institute of Radio Engineering Progress (VNIIR Progress), based in Cheboksary in the Chuvash Republic, and a receiving and processing unit produced by KB Navis of Moscow, developed on the basis of the Navis NR9 receiver.

The integration of these subsystems is carried out using an interface manufactured by Arzamas Research and Production Enterprise Temp-Avia, based in Arzamas in the Nizhny Novgorod region, a company known for producing flight control units for guided aerial bombs.

Another component, the standalone BUBS-30 warhead control unit, was built using Russian-made subsystems. Its key element is a 32-bit ARM 1986VE1AT microcontroller manufactured by AO PKK Milandr, headquartered in Zelenograd, Moscow region.

As mentioned, the Ukrainians also identified foreign-manufactured components — which is not the first such discovery in relation to Russian weapons systems:

  • an eight-bit register 23121554IR22T from OAO Integral (Belarus);
  • an RS-485/RS-422 transceiver (MAX3491ESD 2146+) from Maxim Integrated (part of Analog Devices; USA);
  • an ISSI IS62WV102416BLL-25TLIDW0215Y1 2309 memory chip from Integrated Silicon Solution Inc. (USA);
  • a 07 ALO16J70BF101 235BB441L THA 72188T memory chip from Spansion (USA);
  • a 3N502PQSU clock multiplier from ON Semiconductor (USA);
  • an RS-232 line driver/receiver ADM3202A #220 from Analog Devices (USA);
  • a 32-bit binary counter DS1374C-33 2313A3 3CHW8A1 from Dallas Semiconductor (part of Maxim Integrated and Analog Devices; USA);
  • a TSR 1-2433SM DC/DC converter from Traco Power (Switzerland);
  • a TxDAC AD9753 #2424 digital-to-analog converter from Analog Devices (USA);
  • an AD9253 BCPZ 105 no. 2505 6826438 PHIL analog-to-digital converter from Analog Devices (USA);
  • an M10050-KB A0103A 09107824 2337A3 GNSS module from u-blox (Switzerland);
  • an LTM DC/DC module from Linear Technology Corporation (part of Analog Devices; USA);
  • a MON Vs 011N10MC 972K18 transistor from Vergiga Semiconductor (China);
  • a KF50 GK21Q204 voltage regulator from STMicroelectronics (Switzerland);
  • a four-channel ABT125 1E58601 TnD22 36A buffer from Nexperia (Kingdom of the Netherlands);
  • an RS-232 line driver/receiver ADM3251E ARWZ no. 2123 5357279.1 from Analog Devices (USA).

Other Russian-made components, not previously mentioned, include:

  • a 220N Z250B10AB 4R9 filter from NII Kulon;
  • a K50-93IV capacitor from ELEKOND;
  • a 2T881A transistor from Kremniy EL;
  • a 2322 5559 IN13U2 465 transceiver from NPO Fizika;
  • an SNTs132B electrical connector from Ural Electrical Connectors Plant Isiet;
  • a D13-14V 2207 throttle valve from Strela Production Association.