# Polish military unmanned ground platform development > Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/polish-military-unmanned-ground-platform-development > Updated: 2026-08-21T07:01:57.000Z. Sources: 5. Developments: 2. The Polish military is exploring the development and procurement of unmanned ground platforms to enhance battlefield support and soldier safety. Initially, Brigadier General Grzegorz Potrzuski proposed repurposing retiring BWP-1 infantry fighting vehicle hulls into remotely operated platforms. This strategy aims to utilize functional chassis for high-risk roles such as logistical support, medical evacuation (CASEVAC), or electronic warfare, thereby reducing soldier exposure to FPV drone threats. The proposal noted that a cost-benefit analysis is required to ensure adaptation costs remain lower than purchasing new vehicles. Building on these concepts, the Polish Army has progressed to testing unmanned ground platforms. Following May trials at the Orzysz training ground focused on logistics and casualty evacuation, the military is moving toward evaluating combat and reconnaissance capabilities. Future testing will focus on modular designs capable of carrying interchangeable equipment, such as 12.7 mm heavy machine guns, alongside advanced reconnaissance systems including thermal imaging and night vision. ## Timeline ### 2026-08-21: Polish Army tests unmanned ground platforms The Polish Army is testing modular unmanned ground platforms designed for combat, reconnaissance, and logistics, including ammunition delivery and casualty evacuation. 2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/polish-army-tests-unmanned-ground-platforms ### 2026-08-17: Poland considers converting BWP-1 vehicles into unmanned platforms General Grzegorz Potrzuski suggests converting selected retiring BWP-1 hulls into unmanned vehicles for logistics, medical evacuation, and electronic warfare to protect soldiers from drone threats. 3 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/poland-considers-converting-bwp-1-vehicles-into-unmanned-platforms --- Cite as: Polish military unmanned ground platform development. CLSTR, https://clstr.news/situations/polish-military-unmanned-ground-platform-development