The US has ordered Lockheed Martin to upgrade additional M270 multiple rocket launchers, they will be able to launch PrSM missiles with a range of 500 kilometres

Lockheed Martin will modernise an additional batch of M270 multiple rocket launchers for the US Army.

Here's What We Know

The manufacturer reported about this on the official page on Twitter. The contract is for $451 million. For this amount, the US will be able to receive an increased number of modernised M270A2 MLRSs.

The @USArmy awarded @LockheedMartin $451M to upgrade additional M270 Launchers for domestic and international partners. Upgrades include a new engine, armoured cab and fire control system.

- Lockheed Martin News (@LMNews) May 10, 2024

The M270A2 boasts an upgraded cabin, a new fire control system and the ability to launch PrSM missiles with a range of up to 500 kilometres.

By the way, thanks to the modernisation, the US Army will be able to extend the service life of the M270 until 2050.

Flashback

Recall, MLRS M270 is an American multiple rocket launcher on the tracked base of the Bradley infantry fighting vehicle. It is designed to fulfil combat missions of defeat and destruction from closed firing positions at a range of 2 to 500 km (depending on the projectile). It can be used at any time of day and in all weather conditions. One such launcher can carry up to 12 missiles.

Source: @LMNews