Advanced Precision Kill Weapons System
Abstract
Formerly known as the Advanced Precision Kill Weapons System (APKWS), APKWS II was an Army System Development & Demonstration (SD&D) program to develop a low cost Semi Active Laser (SAL) precision guidance section for existing 2.75-inch unguided rockets. APKWS II will provide an inexpensive, small, lightweight precision-kill weapon that is effective against soft and lightly armored targets, and which enhances crew survivability with increased standoff range. APKWS offers precision, maximum stored kills per aircraft sortie, minimum collateral damage potential, and increased effectiveness over legacy unguided rockets. The guidance package can be assembled with existing unguided rocket components (warhead and rockets motor) and can be fired from LAU-61/LAU-68. SD&D program will complete 2Q 2010, and is on track to achieve Milestone C 2Q FY 2010.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2011
- Source ID
- 3056_0205601N_7_1319_PB_2011
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