The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has unveiled plans to convert surplus Warrior infantry fighting vehicles (IFVs) into optionally crewed mine-clearing platforms. These vehicles will be equipped with remote-control systems, enabling safe and effective breaching of enemy defenses.
Known as Project ATTILA, the initiative will begin with a batch of six Warriors modified with mine-breaching attachments such as rollers, ploughs, and line charges. These will be deployed for testing both within the UK and in overseas operations.
A second phase of the project will expand on these efforts by introducing autonomous features, helping define requirements for future uncrewed ground vehicles (UGVs). The work is backed by a £12 million ($16 million) contract, scheduled to run from January 2026 to March 2028, with an optional one-year extension.
Currently, the UK military operates an estimated 359 Warriors, with around 80 awaiting disposal. In service since 1987, the Warrior is slated for replacement by the Boxer IFV by 2030. Its tracked mobility and armored protection make it a practical candidate for repurposing into expendable systems, highlighting a wider Western shift toward uncrewed battlefield solutions.
