Kongsberg to Supply Remote Weapon Stations for Poland’s K2 Tanks
Kongsberg has signed a contract worth about NOK 700 million with Hyundai Rotem to supply Protector RS4 remote weapon stations for the Polish Armed Forces’ K2 tanks and support vehicles. The company announced the deal on October 22.
The stations will go onto three K2 variants: the main battle tank, the armoured recovery vehicle and the combat engineering vehicle. The first systems are due to ship for vehicle integration in spring 2027.
Kongsberg Protector RS4 Contract for the Polish K2 Fleet
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Customer | Hyundai Rotem Company (South Korea), for the Polish Armed Forces |
| Contractor | Kongsberg |
| Value | About NOK 700 million |
| System | Protector RS4 remote weapon station |
| Vehicles | K2 main battle tank, armoured recovery vehicle, combat engineering vehicle |
| Support | Integrated product support package with initial spares and training |
| First deliveries | Spring 2027, for vehicle integration |
| Quantity | Not disclosed |
| Announced | October 22, 2026 |
The contract includes an integrated product support package covering initial spare parts, training and other services. Neither company has said how many stations are covered.
Kjetil Reiten Myhra, executive vice president of Kongsberg and president of its Defence Systems division, said the contract “further strengthens the long-standing cooperation between KONGSBERG and Hyundai Rotem Company.” He said it reinforces Kongsberg’s position as a leading supplier of remote weapon systems.
What a Remote Weapon Station Adds to a Tank
A remote weapon station lets a crew fire a machine gun or similar weapon from inside the armoured hull, using cameras and a display instead of exposing a gunner on the roof. On a main battle tank it typically supplements the main gun against infantry and light targets. The RS4 is a member of Kongsberg’s Protector family, which the company supplies to many armed forces.
The recovery and engineering variants are less often armed, so fitting them with the same station gives those vehicles a self-protection weapon while they work close to the front. That reading is analysis, not a company statement.
Three K2 Variants, Three Jobs
| Variant | Role | Why a weapon station matters |
|---|---|---|
| Main battle tank | Frontline combat | Adds a secondary weapon controlled from under armour |
| Armoured recovery vehicle | Recovers damaged vehicles under fire | Provides self-defence while stationary at a recovery site |
| Combat engineering vehicle | Clears obstacles and builds routes | Covers the vehicle while crews work near contact |
Poland is the K2’s main export customer, and support variants form part of the wider Polish programme. Hyundai Rotem is the K2 prime contractor.
Kongsberg Company Profile
| Item | Detail |
|---|---|
| Headquarters | Kongsberg, Norway |
| Founded | 1814 |
| Defence Systems president | Kjetil Reiten Myhra (executive vice president) |
| Segments | Defence and aerospace, maritime, and related technology businesses |
| Known programmes | Protector remote weapon stations, Naval Strike Missile, Joint Strike Missile |
Kongsberg K2 Protector RS4 FAQ
How much is the Kongsberg contract worth?
About NOK 700 million.
Who is the customer?
Hyundai Rotem Company, the K2 prime contractor, for vehicles destined for the Polish Armed Forces.
Which weapon station is being supplied?
The Protector RS4 remote weapon station.
Which K2 vehicles will carry it?
The main battle tank, the armoured recovery vehicle and the combat engineering vehicle.
When will deliveries begin?
The first systems are expected to ship for vehicle integration in spring 2027.
- Defence Industry Europe – “Kongsberg to arm Poland’s K2 tanks and support vehicles in NOK 700m Hyundai Rotem deal” (October 22, 2026): defence-industry.eu
- Wikipedia – Kongsberg Gruppen; K2 Black Panther (background)
