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Army Sets It Sights On 2023 For Major Long Range Precision Fires Programs

By Matthew Beinart

Friday, July 19th, 2019

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Army Sets It Sights On 2023 For Major Long Range Precision Fires Programs

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The Army is looking to 2023 to field initial capabilities for its major long-range precision fires (LRPF) programs, including the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) and a hypersonic strategic weapon, while acknowledging upcoming challenges to ensure mobility for the signature systems and finalize plans for a first-of-its kind auto-loader. Col. John Rafferty, director of the LRPF Cross-Functional Team, told attendees at a Thursday CSIS event in 2023 the Army will deliver an initial capability for the PrSM missile, roll out a…

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