MSPO 2025: ZMU-05 Remote Weapon Station WB Group Solution to Enhance Armored Vehicle Capabilities.

WB Group presented at the MSPO 2025 exhibition, held from 2 to 5 September in Kielce, Poland, its ZMU-05 remote weapon station, designed to be integrated on light vehicles with either wheels or tracks. The system reflects the search for a balance between mobility, compatibility, and firepower suited to modern operations.
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The ZMU-05 is built to accommodate a wide range of weapons, including 7.62 mm and 12.7 mm machine guns, 20 mm and 30 mm automatic cannons, as well as 40 mm automatic grenade launchers. (Picture source: Army Recognition)

The ZMU-05 is built to accommodate a wide range of weapons, including 7.62 mm and 12.7 mm machine guns, 20 mm and 30 mm automatic cannons, as well as 40 mm automatic grenade launchers. Its modular structure enables quick adaptation to user requirements and simplifies the integration of new functional blocks during future upgrades.

One of the main features of the system is its dual stabilization unit, applied both to the weapon and the optronic block. This configuration ensures accurate firing, even on the move. The ZMU-05 is also fitted with an advanced electro-optical suite that includes a day camera and a thermal sensor, allowing automatic detection and tracking of targets. The system can be remotely operated via a console or fully integrated into a fire control system.

Compatibility with other communication and command solutions developed by WB Group is another central aspect of the project. The module can be connected to the FONET digital platform, the TOPAZ command system, the COMP@N compact radio, and the PERAD tactical radio. This interoperability facilitates integration into broader operational networks linking vehicles, drones, and ground units.

Technical specifications highlight compact dimensions of 1.64 x 0.92 x 0.63 m and a weight of 167 kg without weapons or ammunition. With an M2 Browning machine gun installed, the system reaches approximately 205 kg. It operates on 24 V DC power and is designed to function in extreme conditions, within a temperature range of -30 °C to +50 °C. Stabilization accuracy is rated at 0.2 mrad, while the sight combines day and infrared channels with an adjustable field of view and an optical zoom of up to ten times.

The operational value of such a system lies primarily in reducing the exposure of soldiers to direct threats. By enabling remote operation of onboard armaments, the ZMU-05 shields the crew from enemy fire, artillery fragments, and drone attacks, while maintaining immediate and reactive firepower. This concept responds to the demands of contemporary conflicts, where personnel survivability remains a priority.

Standardization and ease of use also play a central role. With its modular design and intuitive interface, the ZMU-05 can be integrated quickly on different vehicles and operated by personnel with limited training. This adaptability makes it suitable for deployment in overseas missions, where logistical conditions and the need for rapid adjustment are critical factors.

The growing interconnection of combat systems further enhances the relevance of the ZMU-05 in environments where coordination between units is essential. Its compatibility with command and communication platforms allows smooth integration into combined operations, whether for close support, reconnaissance missions, or convoy protection. In this respect, the module reflects the trend of equipping land forces with systems that combine operational efficiency with resilience in increasingly complex battlefields.

The presentation of the ZMU-05 at MSPO 2025 demonstrates WB Group’s intent to provide land forces with a modular and interoperable system, capable of enhancing operator protection while improving combat effectiveness. Designed to adapt to multiple types of platforms, it marks a further step in the development of remote weapon stations supporting the modernization of ground units.