USA/Defense – APKWS Upgrade Extends Range By 30 Percent: BAE (Breaking Defense)

August 5, 2021

AARON MEHTA writes: BAE Systems has rolled out an upgrade for its Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) rocket guidance kit that the company claims will extend the weapon’s distance by up to 30 percent. The new kit design allows the rocket to strike a target at a steeper angle of attack than previous guidance systems, according to the company. The upgraded design also comes with options to improve use when training. Production on the new kits is slated to begin in third quarter of this year

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