Defence & Space

Revolution in the White House – Are social media replacing diplomacy?

Just a few years ago, it seemed that social media had changed the way politicians communicate, but not politics itself. Today,…

2026-04-04 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

Three U.S. Army generals have been dismissed from their posts

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has dismissed U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George and two other senior…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Revolution in the White House – Are social media replacing diplomacy?

Just a few years ago, it seemed that social media had changed the way politicians communicate, but not politics itself. Today,…

2026-04-04 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

Poland: Defense industry backs SAFE program. The military sees an opportunity as well

The EU’s SAFE defense loan program has sparked strong emotions in Poland. Politicians are talking over one another. Online trolls are…

2026-03-13 | Sławek Zagórski | 7 minutes

Iran Shoots Down U.S. F-15E Strike Eagle

Iranian media have published photographs of the wreckage of an alleged U.S. F-35 multirole aircraft reportedly shot down today; however,…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 6 minutes

Boeing to Triple Production of Seekers for PAC-3 Missiles

Boeing has signed a seven-year framework agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to triple the production of guidance sections for PAC-3…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

U.S. Department of Defense Invests 20 Billion USD in Anduril Industries’ Lattice AI Engine

The U.S. Army has signed a framework agreement with Anduril Industries, with a maximum value of 20 billion USD, for the deployment…

2026-03-14 | Rafał Muczyński | 2 minutes

Cybersecurity and countering disinformation at the center of the debate on Poland’s national resilience

In Warsaw, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz took part in a debate titled “Poland’s Digital and Information Resilience:…

2026-03-11 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Bieszczady Tactical Dark Expo – a revolution in optoelectronics presentation

From October 22 to 24, 2026, the BTDE (Bieszczady Tactical Dark Expo) will take place in the Bieszczady Mountains. According to the organizers,…

2026-03-26 | Grzegorz Sobczak | 6 minutes

BEDEX 2026: John Cockerill Offers a 25 mm CLWS with Counter-Drone Missiles

At BEDEX 2026, held from March 12 to 14 in Brussels, the Belgian company John Cockerill Defense presented a range of its products, including…

2026-03-13 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Boeing to Triple Production of Seekers for PAC-3 Missiles

Boeing has signed a seven-year framework agreement with the U.S. Department of Defense to triple the production of guidance sections for PAC-3…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 5 minutes

The Establishing of WB Romania

WB Group launches WB Romania, its new entity on the Romanian market. It is the Group’s first subsidiary within the European…

2026-04-02 | Redakcja | 2 minutes

Intensifying Polish–Swedish cooperation in civil protection and civil defense

Minister of the Interior and Administration Marcin Kierwiński and Sweden’s Minister for Civil Defence Carl-Oskar Bohlin signed a letter of intent…

2026-03-12 | Jakub Mączka | 3 minutes

Poland’s Interior Ministry presents anti-drone shield on the Belarus border

In Ozierany Wielkie, on the border with Belarus, the Border Guard has launched the first module of an anti-drone system designed for…

2026-03-12 | Redakcja | 4 minutes

Three U.S. Army generals have been dismissed from their posts

U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth has dismissed U.S. Army Chief of Staff Gen. Randy George and two other senior…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Strategic B1 bridge in northern Iran heavily damaged in attack

U.S. forces struck twice and severely damaged the B1 road bridge linking Tehran with Karaj in Alborz Province, considered a major achievement…

2026-04-03 | Rafał Muczyński | 3 minutes

Revolution in the White House – Are social media replacing diplomacy?

Just a few years ago, it seemed that social media had changed the way politicians communicate, but not politics itself. Today,…

2026-04-04 | Sławek Zagórski | 5 minutes

Poland and Sweden to jointly develop military capabilities to strengthen Baltic security

At the Naval Port in Gdynia, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defence Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz met with Swedish Minister of Defense…

2026-03-12 | Redakcja | 5 minutes

Ignition: NASA announces new lunar policy

NASA Administrator Jared Isaacman announced a new lunar policy that includes, among other measures, abandoning the Lunar Gateway orbital station in favor…

2026-03-25 | Rafał Muczyński | 11 minutes

Second flight of the experimental X-59 QueSST aircraft – encountered issues

The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) reported on the second flight of the prototype supersonic experimental aircraft, the Lockheed Martin…

2026-03-24 | Rafał Muczyński | 4 minutes
Shooting

Euro Target Show 2026: New Products from Delta Optical and Pulsar

Delta Optical presented at Euro Target Show 2026 a new line of Forest III binoculars, as well as binoculars and spotting scopes from the…

2026-04-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Euro Target Show 2026: FB Radom with the MPS and Grot A3

The booth of Fabryka Broni Łucznik-Radom attracted considerable interest at Euro Target Show 2026 – shooters from across Poland had the…

2026-04-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Euro Target Show 2026: New Products from Delta Optical and Pulsar

Delta Optical presented at Euro Target Show 2026 a new line of Forest III binoculars, as well as binoculars and spotting scopes from the…

2026-04-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

IWA 2026: Sellmark with new products from KJI, Sightmark, and Firefield

Sellmark, a group bringing together leading brands in the shooting industry, showcased its new products at IWA OutdoorClassics 2026. Discover the latest offerings…

2026-04-01 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Enforce Tac 2026: Direct Action with Softshell, Hardshell Clothing, and More

For years, Direct Action has offered the Vanguard combat uniform. However, additional elements of the system will soon be introduced, providing…

2026-03-26 | Michał Ihnatów | 1 minutes

Enforce Tac 2026: The Power of Wool from Aclima

Enforce Tac 2026 provided an opportunity to take a closer look at the product range of one of the most recognizable manufacturers of…

2026-03-16 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 minutes

Militaria store at Euro Target Show 2026

The Militaria.pl store will showcase part of its product range at the Euro Target Show in Poznań. Explore UF PRO clothing and a wide…

2026-03-25 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

SWAROVSKI OPTIK and KAHLES at Euro Target Show 2026

Visitors to Euro Target Show 2026 will have the opportunity to explore high-quality optics from SWAROVSKI OPTIK and KAHLES.

2026-03-25 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

Euro Target Show 2026: FB Radom with the MPS and Grot A3

The booth of Fabryka Broni Łucznik-Radom attracted considerable interest at Euro Target Show 2026 – shooters from across Poland had the…

2026-04-03 | Michał Ihnatów | 2 minutes

Euro Target Show 2026: Tanfoglio Appeal .22LR

At the fairly extensive display of long guns at the Best Hunters store, our attention was drawn to a very distinctive .22 LR carbine –…

2026-04-02 | Michał Ihnatów | 3 minutes

SightMark Mini Shot M-Spec M1 V2 – a Complicated Name for Simple, Reliable Gear

The name of this unassuming little SightMark device sounds like the name of a vampire from The Witcher saga: Emiel Regis…

2025-11-26 | Anna Mielczarek | 9 minutes

Mantis TitanX – dry fire training taken to a new level?

Mantis, the American manufacturer of dry fire training solutions, introduces the TitanX – a laser-based training device that replicates a Glock-style pistol…

2025-11-13 | Michał Ihnatów | 4 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

KJI Mag Series – Alternative Rifle Tripod Mounting Systems That Make Shooting Easier

We recently wrote about KJI and its new products in connection with SHOT Show 2026. This time, we’re taking a closer look at a line…

2026-02-17 | Mariusz Piwowar | 5 minutes

STEYR ATC & ATD – The Austrian Approach to Dynamic Shooting

The ATC and ATD mark the first time Steyr openly states: we are entering the dynamic shooting market, but we are doing…

2026-02-05 | Grzegorz Kochan | 19 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

Third Batch of Rosomaks with ZSSW-30 Delivered to the Polish Armed Forces

Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced the delivery to the Polish Armed Forces of the third batch of Rosomak 8×8 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles equipped with 30 mm Remote-Controlled Turret Systems (ZSSW-30).

On Tuesday, 25 November 2025, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of National Defense Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced on social media the delivery to the Polish Armed Forces of the third batch of Rosomak 8×8 wheeled infantry fighting vehicles equipped with 30 mm Remote Controlled Turret Systems (ZSSW-30).

Photos: Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz via X

New batches of military equipment are being delivered to units across Poland! The 21st Podhale Rifles Brigade of the 18th Mechanized Division has just received 14 new Rosomak wheeled infantry fighting vehicles equipped with the remotely controlled turret system – ZSSW-30. We are getting stronger and stronger!” wrote the Minister of National Defense on the social platform X.

The population of predators is growing in strength. The Podhale Rifles from Rzeszów are receiving 14 Rosomak carriers with unmanned turrets. This is yet another product from a Polish manufacturer that meets the requirements of our armed forces,” wrote Deputy Minister of National Defense Paweł Bejda, responsible for overseeing the technical modernization of the Polish Armed Forces.

Good news – more Rosomaks are successfully reaching the end user. This is the role of the Armament Agency,” the Armament Agency also confirmed the deliveries.

The 1st Podhale Rifles Battalion of the 21st Podhale Rifles Brigade has already received two batches of Rosomak wheeled infantry fighting vehicles with the ZSSW-30. The first batch, consisting of five vehicles, was delivered on 14 December 2023, while the second – of undisclosed quantity – was delivered on 18 December 2024. In the meantime, on 26 January 2024, the first live-fire tests under training-ground conditions were reported, followed by another series on 10 March of this year.

Deliveries are being carried out under the first implementation contract of 5 July 2022 for 70 ZSSW-30 units, which are to be integrated with vehicle chassis already in service, along with a logistics and training package. The value of that contract was nearly 1.7 billion PLN, with the implementation period set for 2024–2027.

The second execution contract was signed on 8 July 2024 and covers the delivery of another 58 complete vehicles for approximately 2.6 billion PLN gross, with deliveries scheduled for 2026–2027. The framework agreement provides for a total of 341 Rosomak vehicles equipped with the ZSSW-30. The parties to the agreement are the State Treasury – Armament Agency and a consortium comprising Huta Stalowa Wola (HSW), the Polish Armaments Group, Rosomak, and WB Electronics (part of the WB Group).

On 21 November 2022, WB Electronics signed a four-year contract worth over 206 million PLN with PCO for the supply of Commander’s Optoelectronic Heads (GOD-1) and Gunner’s Optoelectronic Heads (GOC-1), intended for integration with the ZSSW-30.

According to their intended role, Rosomak APCs equipped with the ZSSW-30 are designed to engage armored targets as well as enemy positions and fortifications, and to provide fire support to subunits during combat operations. The optoelectronic systems used in the ZSSW-30 enable mission execution regardless of the time of day and in difficult weather conditions. The equipment has also been adapted to operate in harsh climatic environments.

The main armament of the ZSSW-30 is the Bushmaster Mk 44S automatic cannon, which allows both automatic and semi-automatic fire using five different types of ammunition, including programmable rounds. The secondary armament is a modified 7.62 mm UKM-2000C machine gun coaxially mounted with the cannon. Additional armament includes a dual launcher for Spike anti-tank guided missiles. The weapons can be reloaded both from the outside and from inside the vehicle.

The commander and the gun operator can independently observe, detect, identify, and track ground and aerial targets, including using the autotracker function. Additionally, the crew can operate in a hunter-killer mode, in which the commander locates and identifies a target and then transfers the designated target to the gun operator’s display for tracking and engagement.

The ZSSW-30 systems will fully replace the Leonardo OTO Melara Hitfist-30P turrets. Work on the new turret was commissioned on 29 March 2013 by the then Armament Inspectorate of the Ministry of National Defense and assigned to a consortium of HSW and WB Electronics. Initially planned to take two years, the project was ultimately extended. Qualification tests of the two ZSSW-30 prototypes mounted on Rosomak vehicles began in January 2020 and were completed on 1 October 2021.

The next ordered vehicles equipped with ZSSW-30 turrets will be 80 modernized Rosomak-L (Long) infantry fighting vehicles with an extended hull. A total of 80 vehicles were ordered on 17 December 2024 for approximately 4.3 billion PLN, with deliveries scheduled for 2027–2028. These vehicles will feature increased payload capacity, a new engine, and will be an amphibious variant equipped with a wave breaker.

In the next stage, ZSSW-30 systems are expected to be integrated into the planned 1,000 Borsuk tracked infantry fighting vehicles, the first batch of 111 units of which was ordered on 27 March of this year for approximately 6.57 billion PLN gross. The first deliveries are expected in the coming weeks. It cannot be ruled out that the system, in its current or modified form, will also be installed on several hundred Ratel heavy infantry fighting vehicles (CBWP) and several hundred next-generation wheeled armored personnel carriers (KTO) in their combat variants, which will be developed under the Serwal program.

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