DefenceTalkA new Forecast International analysis of the anti-armor missile market projects that manufacturers will produce more than 200,000 missiles worth nearly $10 billion through 2022. Like many other defense segments, the anti-armor missile market is evolving. Combat operations in Iraq, Afghanistan, and elsewhere have spurred anti-armor purchases by the U.S. and other militaries. Ironically, these […]https://www.defencetalk.com/anti-armor-missile-market-worth-9-7-billion-over-the-next-10-years-49813/

DefenceTalkRaytheon Company successfully completed an initial round of live-fire testing with a new U.S. Marine Corps Light Armored Vehicle Anti-Tank (LAV-AT) weapon system. The upgraded, highly mobile, anti-armor LAV-AT weapon system is designed to protect reconnaissance and light infantry. Its mission is to defeat threats at long-range, day or night, and in all weather conditions. […]https://www.defencetalk.com/raytheon-test-fires-enhanced-anti-tank-weapon-system-49475/

DefenceTalkThe Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress March 26 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Qatar for 500 Javelin Guided Missiles and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $122 million. The Government of Qatar has requested a possible sale of 500 Javelin Guided Missiles, 50 Command Launch Units […]https://www.defencetalk.com/qatar-to-buy-javelin-missiles-47329/

DefenceTalkThe Raytheon and Lockheed Martin Javelin Joint Venture recently demonstrated the ability of the Javelin missile to engage targets beyond its current maximum range requirements during a series of tests at Eglin Air Force Base, Fla. During the U.S. Army tests, the Javelin system acquired and engaged targets up to 4,750 meters. “These tests prove […]https://www.defencetalk.com/javelin-demonstrates-extended-range-capability-in-recent-tests-46709/