PrSM

TECHNICAL DEFINITION

The Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) is a U.S. Army long-range tactical missile system developed by Lockheed Martin to replace the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS). Launched from M142 HIMARS and M270 MLRS platforms, PrSM is engineered for deep-strike engagements against high-value targets like air defense systems, command centers, and enemy artillery beyond 500 km.

BACKGROUND

The Precision Strike Missile is a series of ballistic missiles, both short- and later medium-range, developed by Lockheed Martin to replace the MGM-140 ATACMS. The early variant of this missile, Increment One, is currently in service with both the United States Army and Australian Army. Increment Two will have an anti-ship targeting capability and later Increment variants will have modular payloads capabilities and an increased range out to 1,000 km (620 mi). Australia is a partner in the program to develop Increments Two, Three and Four.

SYNONYMS & ALIASES

• Precision Strike Missile
• ATACMS replacement
• Long-Range Precision Fires
• Deep Strike Missile
• LRPF
• Next-Gen ATACMS

USAGE NOTE

PrSM is a cornerstone of the U.S. Army's Long-Range Precision Fires (LRPF) modernization effort to counter peer adversaries.

DEVELOPERS

Organizations developing technology related to PrSM.

• Lockheed Martin

  The prime contractor for the U.S. Army's Precision Strike Missile (PrSM) program, responsible for designing, developing, and manufacturing the baseline missile and its subsequent increments.

• RTX (formerly Raytheon)

  A key developer in the PrSM ecosystem, having competed for the original contract with its DeepStrike missile and now developing advanced propulsion systems, like ramjets, for future extended-range PrSM variants.

• Northrop Grumman

  Develops and supplies critical components for PrSM, including advanced solid-propellant rocket motors for extended-range versions of the missile.

• BAE Systems

  Develops the advanced, multi-mode seeker for PrSM Increment 2, a critical technology that enables the missile to engage and destroy moving land and maritime targets with high precision.

• Aerojet Rocketdyne (an L3Harris Technologies company)

  Provides the solid rocket motor propulsion system for the baseline PrSM, enabling its long-range flight capabilities.

• U.S. Army PEO Missiles and Space

  The government organization responsible for the overall management, acquisition, and fielding of the PrSM system, overseeing program development and integration into the force.

• U.S. Army DEVCOM Aviation & Missile Center (AvMC)

  The U.S. Army's primary research and development center for missile technology, providing technical oversight, testing, and engineering support throughout the PrSM's development lifecycle.