The UK Ministry of Defence is set to repurpose aging Warrior IFVs into remotely controlled, mine-clearing vehicles as part of a modernization initiative. The plan will see the once-frontline combat vehicles adapted for new life in supporting roles.
Under the effort, titled Project ATTILA, the MoD has commissioned the conversion of an initial six Warriors. These vehicles will be equipped with breaching gear such as mine ploughs, rollers, and line charges to clear paths for friendly forces in both domestic and international missions.
The project will progress in stages, with Phase Two focused on autonomy integration. Lessons learned will help define the specifications for future uncrewed ground vehicle procurements. The initiative is supported by a £12 million ($16 million) contract running from 2026 to 2028, extendable by one year.
With approximately 359 Warriors still in service and 80 set for disposal, the program gives new utility to an aging fleet that has been operational since 1987. The Warrior is expected to be phased out by the Boxer IFV in 2030, but its armor and tracked design make it a valuable platform for conversion into disposable minefield-breaching systems, reflecting a growing reliance on unmanned solutions among Western forces.
