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The drone can allegedly operate within distances of up to 900 kilometres.
Poland is moving closer to deploying a domestically developed loitering munition, signaling a broader shift in its military priorities.
Officials say the effort is part of a wider push to strengthen national defense capabilities and adapt to evolving battlefield demands.
Early stage push
According to Polish Radio, Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz said work on a new kamikaze drone is nearing completion. The system is expected to resemble Iran’s Shahed-type attack drones.
The project is among the first assignments for the newly established Center for Autonomous Systems in Warsaw. The hub aims to unite military planners, researchers, and defense firms to accelerate innovation.
Authorities view the center as a key driver in integrating advanced technologies into Poland’s armed forces.
Funding surge planned
RBC-Ukraine reports Warsaw is sharply increasing investment in drone and counter-drone systems. Funding is set to rise from about PLN 100 million in 2023 to as much as PLN 25 billion this year.
The expanded budget will support not only strike drones but also defensive measures. Plans include building an anti-drone shield along Poland’s eastern border.
The initiative forms part of the broader PLargonia program, unveiled last year to boost domestic unmanned capabilities.
Technical details emerge
The PLargonia drone features a delta-wing design and will be produced in both training and combat variants.
Reported specifications include a wingspan of 2.2 meters and a length of 2.6 meters, with a maximum takeoff weight of 85 kilograms.
It can carry a payload of up to 20 kilograms, reach speeds of 185 km/h, and operate at distances of up to 900 kilometers.
Global drone race
Elsewhere, the Ukrainian-British firm UForce has introduced a loitering munition named Bucha, capable of carrying a 5.5-kilogram payload over 200 kilometers.
Japan is also considering acquiring Ukrainian-made strike drones, citing their performance in combat during Russia’s invasion.
Meanwhile, Ukraine’s F10 FPV drone, developed by F-Drones, has reached the finals of the Pentagon’s Drone Dominance program.
Sources: Polish Radio, RBC-Ukraine
