Advancing Long-Range Propulsion: Lockheed Martin Competes

Competing for the Next Generation of Long-Range Strike

Lockheed Martin was down selected to fund the development, testing and field readiness of the Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) Increment 4 design through flyoff competitions scheduled in 2027 and 2028. The U.S. Army's latest investment places Lockheed Martin at the forefront of the next generation of precision strike.

As threats evolve throughout the global theater, the Army needs a modernized precision missile that can perform at ranges far beyond current capabilities. When fired from a HIMARS launcher, PrSM Increment 4 is expected to hit both moving maritime and relocatable land targets at least 1,000 km away. To meet the needs of the competition, Lockheed Martin is rapidly developing and demonstrating prototypes to deliver the right solution for critical long-range missions.

Precision Without Limits

• Range Breakthrough - An advanced propulsion system provided by L3Harris delivers roughly double the standoff capability of the baseline PrSM range.

• Launcher Compatibility - The missile uses the same transport container and fire control interface as Increment 1, allowing launch from existing HIMARS, Multiple Launch Rocket System M270A2 and future platforms without new training or logistics changes.

• Target Flexibility - Leveraging Lockheed Martin's investment in sensor suite development, Increment 4 can engage both relocatable land targets and moving maritime targets with pinpoint accuracy.

• Survivability and Lethality - Superior survivability and lethality performance demonstrated in the field by the PrSM franchise is adapted for the Increment 4 offering.

"Warfighters need precision strike capabilities that can reach farther and give them more options when the mission demands it," said Randy Crites, vice president, Lockheed Martin Advanced Programs. "As we compete for the PrSM Increment 4 program, we are bringing together a proven missile foundation and strong industrial base to rapidly develop and demonstrate prototypes that meet the moment. We're proud to step up to this challenge and bring the right capability forward."

Investing in the Future of Precision Fires

Lockheed Martin has already committed substantial resources to the Increment 4 program, laying a robust foundation for rapid fielding.

• Invested more than $300 million in collaboration with industry partners to mature innovative propulsion technologies to extend range.

• A $300 million additive manufacturing and automation line is now operational, enabling high-volume production of critical airframe and propulsion components while maintaining the tight tolerances required for ramjet performance.

• Lockheed Martin has also invested $250 million to date into the Strigo Product Center to develop radio frequency sensors, missile datalinks and missile seeker technology to stay ahead of emerging threats. Technology developed by the Strigo Product Center informs aspects of the PrSM Increment 4 guidance package.

The existing Camden, Arkansas, manufacturing hub, which spans 64 million square feet, currently produces Increment 1 and Increment 2 and can integrate Increment 4 production to achieve economies of scale for all versions of the missile.

Ongoing expansion of the Camden, Arkansas, facility adds robotics and advanced automation, further increasing output capacity and ensuring consistent quality to expand from low- to full-rate production.

Bottom Line

The down select accelerates a missile that builds on the battlefield success of PrSM Increment 1, delivering double its range while preserving its exceptional accuracy, speed and lethality. Leveraging Lockheed Martin's deep industrial base and a validated propulsion system, Increment 4 will provide warfighters with a decisive, survivable and cost-effective precision strike capability to shape the future of allied artillery and ensure a strategic edge for coalition forces.