Poland Showcases its 155mm Precision Guided Ammunition Capabilities Spurred by Ukrainian Conflict.

At the MSPO 2024 defense exhibition, Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa (PGZ), Poland’s leading state-owned defense conglomerate, unveiled its latest innovation in artillery munitions: the 155mm Precision Guided Ammunition. This cutting-edge munition, designed for long-range precision strikes, reflects Poland's ongoing efforts to enhance its national production of military equipment, driven in part by the lessons learned from the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The introduction of this system aims to demonstrate Poland's growing capacity to produce advanced munitions for its own defense forces and for allied nations.
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The 155mm Precision Guided Ammunition is equipped with laser-guided systems, allowing it to effectively strike targets at distances up to 20 kilometers with high precision (Picture source: ArmyRecognition)

The 155mm Precision Guided Ammunition is equipped with laser-guided systems, allowing it to effectively strike targets at distances up to 20 kilometers with high precision. This capability is particularly relevant for destroying tanks, armored vehicles, artillery systems, and command posts. The ammunition is specifically designed for use with the Krab and Kryl self-propelled howitzers, two of the most advanced artillery systems in the Polish Armed Forces. Field tests have confirmed its reliability and precision at distances beyond 8 kilometers, making it a crucial asset in modern warfare.

PGZ, along with its subsidiaries Mesko, Dezamet, Nitro-Chem, Gamrat, and Belma, recently secured a contract with the Polish Ministry of Defense to deliver nearly 300,000 rounds of 155mm artillery ammunition by 2029. Valued at more than 10 billion PLN (approximately 2.3 billion euros), this contract aims to strengthen Poland's munitions stockpiles while also contributing to European efforts to supply Ukraine. The ammunition coalition within the EU, established to support Ukraine, is expected to place significant orders with Poland, positioning PGZ as a key supplier of military munitions in the region.

While specific information regarding direct deliveries of these 155mm precision-guided rounds to Ukraine remains unconfirmed, Poland has actively supplied military equipment to Ukraine throughout the conflict. Among these contributions are Krab self-propelled howitzers, which use NATO-standardized 155mm ammunition. This effort underscores Poland's commitment to supporting Ukraine while simultaneously reinforcing its own defense capabilities through domestic production.

In NATO, 155mm artillery ammunition is the standard caliber for heavy artillery systems, used in self-propelled and towed howitzers such as the M777 and PzH 2000. The widespread use of this caliber across NATO allows for easier coordination and logistical support among member nations during joint operations, ensuring that ammunition can be shared or supplied as needed.

As the principal manufacturer, PGZ is rapidly emerging as a leader in munitions production within the European defense sector. The consortium’s commitment to bolstering its production capacity and maintaining the quality of its ammunition places it in a strong position to meet the demands of both the Polish Armed Forces and international partners. The proliferation of PGZ’s 155mm precision-guided ammunition, coupled with its integration into broader defense networks, is a significant development in Poland's defense strategy and a reflection of the growing importance of national munitions production in modern warfare.