SMAW Follow-On
Abstract
The solution to the Follow on to SMAW (FOTS) capability requirement has been defined as the SMAW MOD 2 system. It is a lightweight, short range, fire-and-forget assault weapon comprised of a launcher and integral sighting system that enables a Marine to neutralize a variety of ground targets. Marine Expeditionary Forces will employ the SMAW MOD 2 across the spectrum of conflict, under all environmental conditions, to destroy a variety of ground targets. As defined in the FOTS Capability Production Document (CPD), the program consists of requirements for a new Launcher and integrated laser range finder and thermal sight. The Launcher will be physically and functionally compatible with existing inventory of SMAW rocket variants [High Explosive Dual Purpose, Anti-Armor, Novel Explosive and Common Practice (CP)] and will replace the existing Mark 153 Mod 0 SMAW launcher. R&D supports the work being performed to develop new propellant technologies for an enhanced rocket motor as well as development of the SMAW Mod 2 replacement millijoule meter and next generation firing mechanism. Due to change in acquisition strategy, full rate production of SMAW Mod 2 is now scheduled to begin in FY17. The increase in funding for SMAW Follow-On (Project 2614) from FY16 to FY17 ($417K) is in support of qualification and testing of the densified propellant.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2017
- Source ID
- 2614_0603635M_4_1319_PB_2017
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