Poland develops artillery based on a unique experience of war in Ukraine (photo)

At the International Artillery Conference, Colonel Wojciech Dalka, head of the department of military equipment and development of the Main Directorate of Missile and Artillery Forces of Poland (WRIA), shared his conclusions about the influence of the Ukrainian conflict on the development of Polish artillery. He noted that the war in Ukraine demonstrated the need to accelerate the modernization and optimization of artillery systems. Defense24 writes about it.

Polish artillery units continue to develop Regina divisional kits with Krab Howitzes and RAK battalion units that have autonomy and integrated management. However, as the colonel noted, these systems need additional elements such as technical support machines. The war in Ukraine has confirmed the correct direction of the development of creative artillery. The colonel stressed that traditional ideas about sufficient ammunition reserves are outdated.

Even millions of shells a year may not be sufficient for modern conflicts. This necessitates the expansion of logistics infrastructure, including storage, transportation and centralized ammunition management. Dalka also drew attention to the unmanned systems. According to him, the war in Ukraine showed that drones do not replace artillery, but effectively complement it. For example, a Gladius kit from WB Group performs both shock and intelligence functions.

Further development of UAV is aimed at filling in the lack of artillery ammunition and increasing the accuracy of fire. In addition, the colonel emphasized the role of AI for intelligence systems, targets and management of combat systems. In Poland, they are already working on the introduction of AI in artisystem, which will increase accuracy and reduce the cost of ammunition.

Poland intends to take the experience of Ukrainian military in the field of engineering, as the creation of shelters, ammunition depots, etc. has acquired a new value. The development of artillery is also associated with the introduction of new remedies for the protection of communication and navigation systems. The colonel also emphasized the importance of returning to geodetic navigation methods as a backup technology.

In conclusion, Dalka noted that Polish artillery was actively working on the adaptation of shooting tables for ammunition both local and foreign production. This is due to the need to use ammunition supplied from allies to military assistance. "In this field, Western weapons have a significant advantage over post-Soviet counterparts. Only some Russian artillery howa and missile installations boast tactical and technical characteristics-Tornado-C or 2C35 Coalition-SV.