Warmate: Training, HE-FRAG with 300g of TNT or HEAT (penetration 200–240mm of RHA) Warmate 2: Training, HE-FRAG, thermobaric FAE or HEAT (penetration 400mm of RHA)
WB Electronics Warmate is a class of loitering munition UAVs developed by the Polish defence contractor WB Group, having entered into the initial production in 2016.
The system consists of assorted interoperable WB Electronics UAVs operating in a swarm, including the Warmate 3.0 and/or Warmate 2 loitering munitions, together with the FlyEye and FT-5 Łoś multi-role reconnaissance platforms capable of identification, location, and jamming of electronic sensors and radars.
It integrates 3 cameras to provide multiple views: an 8mm lens facing forward, and an 8mm and 12mm optics providing smooth tilting capabilities from a downward position (0 deg) to one side (90 deg).
It can be equipped with daylight or thermal cameras with remote pan and tilt, as well as a laser target designator. It has a "Target Lock" mode for tracking moving targets and enables accurate target location data.
Warmate-TL
The Warmate-TL (Tube Launch) is a variant that can be launched from man-portable or vehicle-mounted tubular launchers and can be integrated with multiple different platforms such as ground vehicles, helicopters, or warships.
"3.0" generation
The "3.0" generation of the Warmate system has been refined based on the inputs from customers and their combat experiences. The system is characterized by:
30km (19mi; 16nmi) radio range with control handover support for a total operational range of 80km (50mi; 43nmi),
70 minute flight endurance,
Warheads designed for better firepower against high-value targets, incl. persons and reconnaissance, communications and EW systems,
Quiet low-RPM engine that can be shut down during the engagement to avoid detection,
Ability to fold the propeller blades in the final attack phase of flight,
Ability to operate in all weather conditions,
Extra control surfaces on the wings for improved maneuverability, and
The Warmate 2 is a newer, larger, and heavier version of the original Warmate drone to be launched from elastomeric vehicle-mounted launchers.
This new model features an increased 30kg (66lb) maximum take-off weight and heavier 5kg (11lb)high-explosive-fragmentation (HE-FRAG), fuel-air explosive (FAE) and HEAT warheads designed to destroy armored vehicles, command outposts and other hardened targets. The HEAT warhead is capable of penetration of 400mm of RHA. The manufacturer promotes this variant as a viable alternative to anti-tank guided missiles, allowing for engagements at standoff distances, while also simplifying target acquisition. The rest of the warheads has a 40m (130ft) fragmentation (HE) or implosion (FAE) effect.
The radio range of Warmate 2 has been extended to 180km (110mi) for a total operational range of 30–240km (19–149mi), which translates to a 2 hour flight endurance. The flight altitude was lowered to 100–200m (330–660ft) for lower probability of intercept.
The Warmate 8X was unveiled at MSPO 2026. It follows an X-wing configuration, and is capable of carrying warheads of up to 8 kg, and is fitted with a gimballed camera housing, allowing it to conduct off-boresight target tracking.
Warmate 8X Specifications
Warhead weight:
8 kg
Warhead natures:
High-Explosive Dual-Purpose;
HE-FRAG;
Thermobaric
Maximum take-off weight:
~40 kg
Flight Endurance:
≥1 hour
Radio Line of Sight:
~120 km
Operational Altitudes:
100–1,000 m above ground level
Maximum Altitude:
3,500 m above mean sea level
Cruising Speed:
~150 km/h
Propulsion:
Pusher prop (electric)
Warmate 30
Warmate 30 was unveiled at MSPO 2026. This is a longer-range and stealthy model, following a 'flying wing' design, and is capable of carrying warheads weighing up to 30 kg.
Ukraine has received several units of the Warmate drones as part of Poland's military assistance in the wake of the 2022 Russian invasion of Ukraine. This includes both the inter-government arms transfers and private fundraisers. Similar private fundraisers had been organized in other countries such as Lithuania, to support Ukraine in the ongoing conflict.
