Lockheed Martin GMLRS Rocket Increases Standoff Range in Recent Test

GMLRS Rocket ImpactThe U.S. Army recently established a new distance record for the Lockheed Martin Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System rocket, destroying a target 85 kilometers from the launch site during a flawless system demonstration at White Sands Missile Range, NM. The previous maximum range for GMLRS was 70 kilometers.

The U.S. Army’s decision to test the Global Positioning System (GPS)-guided GMLRS rocket to 85 kilometers was based on the system’s demonstrated accuracy and minimal collateral damage during more than 750 successful engagements in the theater of operations.

"Additional range for GMLRS represents greater safety for Soldiers" said Scott Arnold, vice president for Precision Fires and Combat Maneuver Systems at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control.

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