U.S. Army Completes Operational Test of Next-Gen Precision Strike Missile

The U.S. Army has successfully completed initial operational tests of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 1, demonstrating its capability to engage targets over 400 kilometers away with high accuracy and lethality. These tests, conducted at White Sands Missile Range, involved firing from multiple launch platforms, including the M270A2 MLRS and HIMARS, marking the first time the missile was launched from all Army inventory platforms. The PrSM features an open, modular design that allows for cost-effective upgrades and flexibility, and it effectively doubles the firepower per launcher compared to its predecessor, the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS). The Army awarded Lockheed Martin a significant contract for the procurement of the first 400 missiles, underscoring the strategic importance of this modernization effort. Army officials and Lockheed Martin emphasized the strong partnership driving the development and testing of this advanced weapon system, which aims to enhance the U.S. military's long-range precision strike capabilities. Discussions are also ongoing regarding a future extended-range version of the missile that could reach targets up to 620 miles away.