The Pentagon wants 10,000 small cruise missiles. Here’s who is making them.
Source: Breaking Defense
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On Wednesday, the Pentagon announced a new effort called the Low-Cost Containerized Munitions program, aiming to deliver 10,000 small cruise missiles in the next three years. In this episode of The Pentagon Buzz, Breaking Defense Editor-in-Chief Aaron Mehta explains who is making them, and why the Pentagon is moving in this direction.
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Classification
Analytical Domain
Operational
Primary Category
Weapons & Equipment
Subcategory
New Weapon System
SALUTE Report
Size
10,000 small cruise missiles
Activity
The Pentagon announced a new effort to deliver small cruise missiles
Location
Unit
U.S. Department of Defense
Time
next three years
Equipment
small cruise missiles
Summary
The Pentagon announced a new initiative to deliver 10,000 small cruise missiles over the next three years as part of the Low-Cost Containerized Munitions program. This effort aims to enhance the U.S. military's capabilities in precision strike operations.
Key Facts
- The Pentagon announced a new program for small cruise missiles.
- The program aims to deliver 10,000 missiles in three years.
- The initiative is part of the Low-Cost Containerized Munitions program.