ATACMS BLK II
Abstract
Project 688 is a developmental effort for the Palletized Field Artillery Launcher (PFAL). Previously, PFAL was STRIKE-X capability 1 of the Strategic Capabilites Office (SCO) Demonstration program and Cross Domain Army Tactical Missile System (CD ATACMS) was STRIKE X capability 3. PFAL is a palletized erectable launcher that provides alternatives to deliver near-term innovative long-range strike capabilities to improve operational effectiveness for Combatant Commanders. The PFAL launcher consists of an erectable palletized mechanical structure, Fire Control System (FCS), and Power Management System (PMS). PFAL is capable of firing all current Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) Family of Munitions (MFOM) rockets and missiles, to include the Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS), ATACMS, and future munitions such as the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) and Extended Range (ER) GMLRS. PFAL is capable of carrying two launch pods each containing either six GMLRS / MLRS rockets or one ATACMS missile. The PFAL launcher is capable of firing from a fixed ground position, Palletized Load System (PLS) trailer, or maritime vessel. Fiscal Year (FY) 2021 Base funding in the amount of $24.975 million for Project 688 ATACMS BLK II funds the integration efforts needed to implement design improvements required to begin a user evaluation. Base year funding allows for continued design, development, and integration to ensure the safe and effective deployment of operational prototypes in a continuous user evaluation. Procure and receive hardware/materials to implement design improvements to the mechanical structure, FCS, and/or PMS subsystems of existing prototypes transitioned from SCO. Support component-level and system-level qualification and integration. Conduct flight tests of existing munitions with existing prototypes to evaluate readiness for supporting a user evaluation. Procure long lead-time hardware/materials necessary to start the fabrication of up to 7 additional prototypes.
Document Details
- Document Type
- Project
- Publication Date
- Oct 01, 2021
- Source ID
- 688_0604768A_5_2040_PB_2021
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