SZCZĘŚNIAK Special Vehicles showcases Heavy Recovery and Technical Rescue Vehicle at Eurosatory 2026

At Eurosatory 2026, SZCZĘŚNIAK Special Vehicles presents its Heavy Recovery and Technical Rescue Vehicle, a highly mobile platform designed for the recovery, evacuation, and technical support of heavy military and transport vehicles. Combining advanced towing and winching capabilities with modern safety and operational support systems, the vehicle is engineered to perform in the most demanding battlefield.

Heavy Wheeled Recovery and Technical Rescue Vehicle (CKPEiRT) is a highly mobile specialized unit designed for technical support, rescue operations, and the recovery of heavy combat and transport vehicles in both battlefield conditions and on public roads.

The vehicle is equipped with an advanced towing system (towing boom), enabling the recovery of vehicles weighing up to 9 000 kg (at 2 m outreach) up to 20 000 kg (at minimum outreach), as well as a comprehensive system of hydraulic winches with a pulling capacity of up to 24 tonnes. It has been engineered to perform technical rescue, evacuation, and operational support tasks in the most demanding environmental and tactical conditions.

An emergency power supply system enhanced operational lighting, camera systems with blind spot detection, and remote control of selected working functions ensure operator safety and high operational effectiveness under all conditions. The vehicle can also be optionally equipped with ballistic protection and communication systems compliant with NATO standards.

Thanks to the synergy of mobility, performance, and efficiency, the vehicle constitutes a comprehensive solution for complex operational tasks (rescue and recovery) and can significantly enhance the effectiveness of armed forces and crisis response units.

Heavy wheeled recovery and technical rescue vehicle (CKPEiRT) for support, rescue, and recovery of heavy vehicles in the field and on roads. Equipped with a towing boom (9–20 t) and hydraulic winches (up to 24 t). Features power supply, lighting, cameras, and remote control. Optional ballistic and NATO systems.

The vehicle displayed at Eurosatory 2026 is part of a broader program for the Swedish Defence Materiel Administration (FMV). In March 2026, SZCZĘŚNIAK Special Vehicles signed a second contract for the delivery of 35 additional vehicles of this type, with deliveries scheduled between 2027 and 2029.

An initial contract was awarded in 2025 and is currently being executed. This continued cooperation demonstrates the Polish manufacturer’s growing presence in one of Europe’s most demanding defence markets.

For more than three decades, SZCZĘŚNIAK Special Vehicles has been designing and manufacturing specialized vehicles for emergency services and armed forces. The company is among Europe’s leading producers of special-purpose vehicles, supplying customers across Europe, Africa, and Asia.

The company’s strong export position is particularly evident in the Scandinavian and Baltic markets, where SZCZĘŚNIAK vehicles play an important role in emergency response, security, and defence support systems. The presentation of this heavy recovery vehicle at Eurosatory 2026 highlights the growing international recognition of Poland’s defence industry and demonstrates the ability of Polish manufacturers to compete successfully with the world’s leading suppliers of military equipment.

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