Oct 8, 2024 · The contract awarded to Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control is worth $4.1 billion and will procure GMLRS, Extended-Range (ER) GMLRS missiles, and associated hardware.

The U.S. Army variant of the M270 is based on the chassis of the Bradley Fighting Vehicle. The first M270s were delivered in 1983, and were adopted by several NATO and non-NATO militaries. The platform first saw service with the United States in the 1991 Gulf War.

Nov 29, 2023 · ER GMLRS is a next-generation low collateral damage, precision-guided rocket with a length of 3.93m and width of 0.22m. It enables the warfighter to accurately target and engage both specific points and broader areas with precision firepower. Each launch pod or container carries six missiles.

Sep 10, 2024 · The US Army has returned to a long running contract to award a $3.4bn modification to Lockheed Martin for work on the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS), a munition operated by the M270 multiple launch rocket system (MLRS) platform.

Sep 3, 2024 · Lockheed Martin has clinched a substantial contract to supply the US Army with additional Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS). Valued at $3.4 billion, the agreement covers an undisclosed number of GMLRS systems to be delivered by October 2027.

Lockheed Martin successfully demonstrated its next-generation Extended-Range GMLRS (ER GMLRS) in a flight test at White Sands Missile Range, New Mexico, firing the round from the U.S. Army’s HIMARS® launcher.

Apr 1, 2024 · The spending bill includes $886 million for GMLRS procurement and funnels $31 million for advance procurement, while the Patriot line includes $961 million for PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement...

Sep 4, 2024 · The U.S. Army has significantly increased the ceiling of its contract for Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS), adding $3.4 billion to the existing agreement.

Oct 9, 2024 · Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control has been awarded a contract, valued at up to $4.1bn, for the production of Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rockets. The undefinitised, multi-year procurement contract will involve the manufacture and delivery of extended-range (ER) GMLRS missiles and associated hardware.

Oct 9, 2024 · GMLRS rockets, known for their precision surface-to-surface strike capability, remain highly sought after by U.S. and allied forces. This initial contract aims to expand production capacity while promoting innovation, achieving economies of scale through bulk orders and ensuring supply chain stability.