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Lockheed Martin’s Extended Range GMLRS Fires Out To 150 Kilometers In Latest Test

By Matthew Beinart

Tuesday, September 5th, 2023

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Lockheed Martin’s Extended Range GMLRS Fires Out To 150 Kilometers In Latest Test

Extended Range-GMLRS. Photo: Lockheed Martin.

Lockheed Martin [LMT] recently conducted the longest-range test to date for the new extended range version of its GMLRS rocket (ER-GMLRS), firing out to 150 kilometers during the demonstration. The company noted the system qualification test at White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico successfully showcased the ability to nearly double the range of the current GMLRS system. “Lockheed Martin is committed to advancing this critical capability on a rapid timeline for our Army customer, and this test moves ER…

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