Lockheed Martin has successfully tested the PrSM missile that will replace ATACMS

HIMARS installation with PrSM missile. Source: Lockheed Martin

Defence concern Lockheed Martin has successfully tested the PrSM missile, which will replace ATACMS in the US Army and increase the effectiveness of HIMARS multiple launch rocket systems.

Here's What We Know

The PrSM missile was launched from an M270A2 launcher as part of a short-range qualification test. The test confirmed the missile's accuracy and reliability, as well as its ability to engage multiple targets, including radars and helicopters.

Key production qualification tests for the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) programme are coming to an end and mass production of the missile, which will replace the legacy ATACMS system and offer improved range and accuracy, could begin by the end of 2025.

The following specifications of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) are stated:

• range of more than 500 kilometres, with the prospect of increasing to 1,000 kilometres in future modifications;
• the warhead is equipped with a solid propellant engine and GPS/INS navigation system, which will ensure high accuracy;
• the missile can be launched with the M270 MLRS and M142 HIMARS, with two missiles in one container;
• capable of engaging ballistic missiles, radars, helicopters, and moving sea and land targets.

It is planned that the PrSM Increment 2 modification will receive a multifunctional sensor, and Increment 4 will increase the range to 1,000 kilometres.

Source: Lockheed Martin