APKWS

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APKWSAdvanced Precision Kill Weapon System (US Army)
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APKWS laser-guided rockets allow militaries to leverage existing munitions and weapons systems investments with minimal effort and training.
BAE gets USD 180.5m order for laser-guided rockets
Our highly precise APKWS rockets struck targets ranging from 1.
Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System Aces New Platform Test
The APKWS is lighter and less expensive than the military's existing inventory of forward-firing laser-guided precision munitions and can be used faster, they said.
Marines stock up on precision rockets
The review of APKWS was conducted by the production engineering division of the Aviation and Missile Research, Development, and Engineering Center at the U.
Using design for manufacture and assembly to meet Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System cost goals
Navy delivered the first fixed-wing aircraft variant of APKWS in March.
Navy deploys new APKWS design for fixed-wing aircraft
The Army told contractors bidding for the APKWS project that the price of each weapon should not exceed $10,000.
Army to equip helos with 'low cost' munitions
With this additional Navy order, our Marines in combat will have a continuous supply of APKWS units at their disposal, enhancing their ability to reliably and cost-effectively engage a variety of targets while minimizing collateral damage," said Joseph Tiano, APKWS program manager at BAE Systems.
More Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System Rockets Headed to U.S. Marines in Theater
The Fire Scout will soon be armed with BAE Systems' APKWS precision-guided rocket.
BAE Systems' Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System to be Integrated on Unmanned Aircraft
With the new award, BAE Systems has further reduced the per-unit cost for APKWS laser-guided rockets, reinforcing its commitment to deliver customer value.
United Kingdom : U.S. Navy orders additional APKWS rocket guidance kits
The United States Army selected BAE Systems to provide the company's APKWS (Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System) in April 2006.
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Marine Corps, which is already effectively utilizing APKWS in theater.
Success in Battle Propels Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System into Full-Rate Production
BAE Systems has won a contract worth around a $181 million for the Advanced Precision Kill Weapons System, or APKWS, upgrade kits for the U.
United States : BAE Systems secures $181 million contract for laser-guided rocket system
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