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New Javelin Launcher Passes Critical Milestone On Path To Full-Rate Production

By Cal Biesecker

Tuesday, October 11th, 2022

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New Javelin Launcher Passes Critical Milestone On Path To Full-Rate Production

Javelin Weapon System Photo: Raytheon Technologies

A lightweight version of the soldier-fired Javelin missile launcher this month passed a key milestone on the way to a full-rate production decision in 2023, the first test launch by a gunner, a Raytheon Technologies [RTX] official said on Tuesday. In addition to being the first test launch by a “gunner soldier,” the Oct. 5 event was a “critical part of our qualification program” for the lightweight command launch unit (LWCLU), Brad Barnard, executive director of precision fires and maneuver…

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