Lockheed Martin Fires Extended-Range GMLRS with Double the Range from HIMARS Launcher

Lockheed Martin conducted a flight test of its next-generation Extended-Range GMLRS (ER GMLRS), boasting a range nearly double that of the current version, from the HIMARS rocket launcher.

The test took place at the White Sands Missile Range in New Mexico.

Jay Price, Vice President of Precision Fires at Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control, commented, “This test demonstrates nearly double the range, while maintaining the precision GMLRS is known for…. (it) moves ER GMLRS one step closer to fielding.”

During the 150-kilometer test, the ER GMLRS met success criteria for flight trajectory, extended range, and accuracy from launch to impact, the company said.

Prior to launch, the rocket pod underwent Stockpile to Target Sequence (STS) testing. This effort simulates cumulative effects ER GMLRS will meet in the field between factory and launch for the life of the system and demonstrates durability of the missile and launch pod container.