Multi-Launch Rocket System (MLRS)
Abstract
093: Multi-Launch Rocket System. The M270A1 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) launcher is a full-spectrum, combat-proven, all-weather, 24/7 lethal and responsive, precision strike weapon system. MLRS provides critical missile precision strike, operational shaping fires, counterfire, and close support destructive and suppressive fires. MLRS is a tracked, indirect fire, rocket/missile launcher capable of firing two pods of precision rockets/missiles from the current Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions (MFOM) to include the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System-Unitary (GMLRS-U), GMLRS-Alternative Warhead, the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) and future MFOM to include the Extended Range (ER) GMLRS, and the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM). Funds software development, training updates, Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) technology implementation, integration of satellite communications, and nonrecurring engineering for the MLRS launcher. Funds development related to maintaining capability associated with the current and evolving threat. Funds non-recurring engineering for system hardware and software modernization to the MLRS chassis, Launcher Loader Module, and Fire Control System. Funding from both 093: Multi-Launch Rocket System and DX8: HIMARS Product Improvement Program contributes to common efforts between both launcher platforms such as Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) integration and rocket launcher software development effort by Combat Capabilities Development Command Aviation and Missile Center (CCDC AvMC). Supports the Army's goal to common solutions applicable to both MLRS and HIMARS launchers. FY 2024 Base funding in the amount of $10.233 million for 093: Multi-Launch Rocket System continues tactical launcher software development, qualification, and materiel release to support the Fire Control System (FCS) electronic obsolescence mitigation hardware upgrade required to operate a MLRS launcher. The tactical software is a critical developmental item required to field additional launchers, maintain backward compatibility for current fleet sustainment, and is the first release of government developed software common to both the MLRS and HIMARS launcher. Continues integration of Assured Positioning, Navigation and Timing (APNT) capabilities, and integration of satellite communications, allowing MLRS to continue to effectively operate in near-peer and peer-threat environments.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2024
- Source ID
- 093_0603778A_7_2040_PB_2024
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