U.S. Approves AGM-114 ATGM and APKWS Sale to Czech Republic
The U.S. has approved the sale of AGM-114 Hellfire ATGM and APKWS II laser-guided rockets to the Czech Republic.
Weapon / Missile News
Japan Updates Progress on Improved Type 12 SSM
Japanese MoD has published a photo of what is dubbed an Improved Type 12 surface-launched cruise missile to upgrade its ASuW capabilities.
Romania Orders K9 SPH and K10 ARVs from Hanwha
Romania has ordered 59 K9 Thunder 155 mm tracked SPH and 36 K10 ammunition resupply vehicles (ARV) from Hanwha for $1 billion.
ROK’s Mobile Laser Weapon Moves into Production
DAPA has announced that its vehicle-mounted laser weapon, which will be used against UAVs, will enter production soon.
Morocco Buys Long-Range ATACMS
Morocco has ordered an undetermined quantity of long-range MGM-140 Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS) from the U.S. to improve its defence capabilities.
Germany’s F127 AAW Frigates May Be Fitted With AEGIS
The U.S. has taken steps to export the AEGIS combat system for F127 AAW frigates to succeed Sachsen-class frigates.
Armenia to Acquire Indian Prahaar and Pralay Missiles
According to local Indian press, Armenia is in discussions with India about the possible supply of Prahaar and Pralay missiles.
ÇAKIR Cruise Missile Enters Serial Production
According to Spain-based news site Defensa, ROKETSAN’s ÇAKIR compact cruise missile for various platforms has entered serial production.
Japan Tests Hypersonic Boost-Glide Munition
Japanese ATLA has announced the firing test of its HGVP hypersonic boost-glide munition to be placed on islands.
HK Joins Lightweight Machine Gun Club with HK421
HK has entered the reduced-weight machine gun market with its HK421, based on an MG5 7.62x51 machine gun.
U.S. Navy Unveils XAIM-147B Air-to-Air Missile
During the biennial Exercise Rim of the Pacific RIMPAC 2024, a U.S. Navy F/A-18 Super Hornet was spotted with the new XAIM-147B long-range air-to-air missile.
Thales Ramps Up 70 mm Guided Rocket Production
French defence firm Thales will increase the production of its FZ275 70 mm (2.75”) laser-guided rockets in its Belgium facility located in Herstal.
India to Locally Produce S-400 Components
India and Russia are collaborating to establish a joint venture to manufacture S-400 components and maintain them in India.
Serbia Receives Chinese HQ-17AE Air Defence System
Serbia received the HQ-17AE SAM from China’s state-owned CASIC Corporation, to intercept low and medium altitude targets.
