Lockheed Martin recently delivered the 75,000th rocket to the U.S. Army as production continues to ramp supporting contracts worth up to $4.8 billion for Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) rounds and associated equipment. This go-to precision fires capability supports the defense of freedom and bolsters deterrence around the globe. Procured by domestic and global military partners for more than 40 years, GMLRS continues to provide 21st Century Security® solutions against sophisticated threats. GMLRS is the primary round for HIMARS and M270, the combat-proven MLRS family of launchers. Six rockets are loaded into each pod with two pods equipped on M270 and one on HIMARS launchers. The rocket is renowned for its highly dependable accuracy and adaptability to many missions.
GMLRS comes in two variants, each with its own tactical advantages. The unitary warhead addresses point targets and the Alternative Warhead (AW) is designed for imprecisely located (area) targets, leaving no unexploded ordnance on the field. It’s pin-point accuracy and reliability reduces the number of rockets needed to defeat land-based targets. As demand for advanced security solutions continues to rise, the U.S. military and allies are prioritizing expanding their arsenal of reliable systems to deter and defend against threats. This is evidenced by the latest procurement contract for the rocket, the largest to date, calling for the production of an unprecedented number of rockets to support domestic and international customers.
“We’re seeing an increase in demand for this versatile rocket because GMLRS provides strategic advantage, unmatched accuracy and it’s cost-effective. Global security requires enabling technology for allies to work as a combined force. It’s the right round for many missions. More than 20 nations around the world field GMLRS alongside our HIMARS and M270 launchers, and we’re broadening interoperability and collaboration to share munitions between NATO and coalition partners to deter threats,” said David Griser, vice president of GMLRS programs for Lockheed Martin. “
