Poland has taken delivery of its first 15 Borsuk infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs), marking a significant milestone in the modernization of its mechanized units.
The new IFVs are part of a broader plan to supply the Polish Armed Forces with 111 Borsuks under a 6.57-billion zloty ($1.8 billion) contract, with deliveries scheduled through 2029.
Developed by Polska Grupa Zbrojeniowa and Huta Stalowa Wola, the Borsuk is an amphibious tracked IFV engineered to transport troops while protecting them from small arms fire, anti-tank threats, and improvised explosive devices.
The wider program also includes logistics and training support, with future variants—such as command and chemical support vehicles—already in development.
Combining amphibious mobility with strong armor and firepower, the Borsuk is intended to replace older platforms and bolster operational readiness along Poland’s eastern flank.
The vehicle aligns with modern IFV trends that prioritize survivability, adaptable mission roles, and digital integration with networked forces.
Its amphibious capability enables fast water crossings and maneuvering across difficult terrain without dependence on bridges or engineering units, providing an advantage in both conventional and hybrid conflict environments.
Armaments include a 30mm Mk.44S Bushmaster cannon, a dual Spike anti-tank missile launcher, and a 7.62mm UKM-2000C coaxial machine gun, all mounted on the ZSSW-30 remote turret.
The turret system ensures accurate fire across varied ranges, while the Spike missiles add potent anti-armor capability.
