Lockheed Martin and the US Army successfully test long-range Precision Strike Missile

Lockheed Martin and the US Army have completed another Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) qualification flight at White Sands Proving Grounds in New Mexico. The test included the launch of two PrSMs from the HIMARS system, which confirmed the missile's accuracy and readiness for operation.

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This test follows successful tests in November and the first soldier-led test in December 2024. Its purpose is to verify the effectiveness of the PrSM prior to combat deployment.

Lockheed Martin is moving towards full production, confirming that the missile can be launched quickly. According to the company's Vice President Carolyn Orzechowski, the latest tests demonstrate the operational capability of the PrSM and its ability to strike at different ranges.

The company has recently been awarded a contract worth up to $120 million to expand production, which will allow it to produce up to 400 missiles per year. The PrSM is a next-generation, long-range, precision strike weapon capable of hitting targets over 400 km away.

As part of Lockheed Martin's initiative, the missile is designed with an open system architecture that provides flexibility and cost-effectiveness. It is also modular for future upgrades and is compatible with HIMARS and M270 launchers.

Source: Defence Industry Europe