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BAE Systems (BAESY) announced a successful test of its Sub-Caliber Artillery Long-Range Projectile with Enhanced Lethality, in collaboration with the U.S. Army. This projectile was fired from a 155 mm XM907E2 cannon, hitting targets beyond the capabilities of existing precision guided munitions. The test confirmed compatibility with the Army's Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) system, marking a significant advancement in long-range precision fire capabilities. BAE has invested heavily in this technology, having conducted over 100 tests and earlier achieving over 110 kilometers in range with the Extended Range Hypervelocity Projectile.
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Successful test of Sub-Caliber Artillery Long-Range Projectile indicates significant advancements in long-range precision fires.
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BAE Systems has conducted over 100 precision guided munitions tests, showcasing commitment to innovation.
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FALLS CHURCH, Va.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--
In partnership with the U.S. Army, BAE Systems successfully fired a Sub-Caliber Artillery Long-Range Projectile with Enhanced Lethality, the company’s concept for the U.S. Army’s XM1155 sub-caliber program, from a 155 mm XM907E2 58 caliber cannon and impacted a fixed target beyond ranges previously demonstrated by other precision guided projectiles fired from the same type of cannon. The test at White Sands Missile Range, used a U.S. Army-designed sabot package and confirmed the projectile’s compatibility with the 155 mm Extended Range Cannon Artillery (ERCA) Howitzer Test Bed and propelling charges.
BAE Systems' concept for the U.S. Army's XM1155 sub-caliber program fires from a 155 mm XM907E2 58 caliber cannon (USA Photo). (Photo courtesy of U.S. Army)
“This successful test confirms our Sub-Caliber Artillery Long-Range Projectile with Enhanced Lethality can defeat long-range targets and advance to follow-on testing out to double the range of existing guided projectile and with sensors to find fixed and moving targets of interest,” said Brent Butcher, vice president and general manager of Weapon Systems at BAE Systems. “We are confident that the projectile is on track to provide the Army the best munitions solution for cannon artillery with a leap ahead capability that will bring a highly lethal, maneuverable projectile to soldiers on the battlefield.”
BAE Systems’ concept for the U.S. Army’s XM1155-SC program is an advanced, cannon-launched projectile under development for the defeat of fixed and moving targets in contested environments at more than double the range of existing cannon launched precision guided munitions (PGM). The latest PGM in the Hypervelocity Projectile family of munitions, the concept was developed to penetrate and destroy adversary defenses through increased range, advanced guidance, lethality, and survivability. The projectile addresses the Army’s modernization goals for a long-range precision fires munitions solution.
For the past several years, BAE Systems has invested in the innovation, development and testing of advanced long-range precision fires solutions and has completed more than 100 PGM tests. In early 2022, the predecessor to the XM1155-SC concept, BAE Systems’ Extended Range Hypervelocity Projectile (HVP-ER) successfully destroyed a target at a range of more than 110 kilometers.
BAE Systems is currently under contract with the U.S. Army to develop and test the projectile as part of the Army’s XM1155 Extended Range Artillery Projectile program.
What is the significance of BAE Systems' successful test of the Sub-Caliber Artillery Projectile?
The successful test demonstrates BAE Systems' advancements in long-range precision fire capabilities for the U.S. Army, indicating potential superiority over existing munitions.
How far did BAE Systems' projectile hit during the recent test?
The projectile successfully impacted a fixed target beyond ranges previously demonstrated by other precision guided projectiles fired from the same cannon.
What is the XM1155 sub-caliber program related to BAE Systems?
The XM1155 sub-caliber program is an initiative for developing advanced cannon-launched projectiles aimed at defeating fixed and moving targets at over double the range of current precision guided munitions.
How many tests has BAE Systems completed for precision guided munitions?
BAE Systems has completed over 100 tests of precision guided munitions, focusing on enhancing range and effectiveness.
What is the ticker symbol for BAE Systems?
The ticker symbol for BAE Systems is BAESY, traded on the OTC-PINK market.
