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Lockheed Martin's JAGM Quad Launcher Successfully Test-Fired Against Drones

Lockheed Martin's new launcher fires JAGM vertically, expanding its use in the growing counter-drone market. The versatile, cost-effective missile targets drones, ships, and vehicles.

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In the picture there is a toy aircraft.
In the picture there is a toy aircraft.

Lockheed Martin's JAGM Quad Launcher Successfully Test-Fired Against Drones

Lockheed Martin has successfully test-fired the Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) from a new quad-pack launcher, designed to fire the missile vertically. This marks a significant development in the rapidly growing counter-drone market, particularly for naval forces.

Originally designed as a tank-killer, JAGM's capabilities have been expanded to include counter-drone and anti-ship roles. The Army recently demonstrated its effectiveness against drones at Marine Corps Air Station New River in North Carolina. The missile, costing $212,000 each, is cheaper than other high-performance interceptors like Patriot or SM-6.

Lockheed Martin aims to sell the new JAGM Quad Launcher (JQL) in this growing market. The launcher, capable of firing missiles straight up, uses advanced technologies like ablative shielding and heat-resistant composites to handle the hot exhaust. Casey Walsh, Lockheed's director of multi-domain missile systems, sees JAGM as another weapon for customers to defend naval ships against drones. The missile's dual seekers (radar and laser) allow it to target moving ground vehicles, naval vessels, and drones. Based on test shots, Lockheed plans to update JAGM's software to improve its counter-drone performance while retaining its full range of capabilities.

While no specific countries outside the USA have shown official interest in acquiring the JAGM Quad Launcher as of 2023, Lockheed Martin's successful test-firing and the growing counter-drone market suggest potential international interest. The JAGM's versatility and cost-effectiveness make it an attractive option for naval forces seeking to defend against drone threats.

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