Tag: munitions development
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Pakistan Develops Loitering Munitions for Deep-Strike Capability
Pakistan is taking a major leap in its military capabilities with the development of loitering munitions, including a tailless delta design, to enhance its deep-strike ability. This new technology, showcased to the Pakistan Army Chief, promises a scalable and long-range strike posture, with some systems boasting a range of up to 3,000 km.
General Atomics Secures Contract for Army's Extended Range Artillery Projectile
General Atomics Electromagnetic Systems has landed a major contract to develop a 155-mm projectile for the Army's Extended Range Artillery Projectile program, boosting its capacity to deliver game-changing, precision firepower that gives warfighters a critical edge. This win validates the company's expertise in designing and producing cutting-edge munitions.
US Military Eyes JDAM-ER for Bunker-Busting Strikes
The US military is exploring the potential of the 2,000-pound Joint Direct Attack Munition Extended Range (JDAM-ER) to take out heavily fortified bunkers and deeply buried targets. The Pentagon is seeking to assess and upgrade the JDAM-ER's capabilities to enhance its bunker-busting abilities.
Ukraine Unveils Homegrown Glide Bomb for Combat Deployment
Ukraine just took a major leap in its defense capabilities with the unveiling of its very first homegrown glide bomb, developed in just 17 months and now cleared for combat deployment. The 250-kg warhead-equipped bomb has completed all trials and is set to be deployed imminently, with pilots already rehearsing its use.