Lockheed Martin today delivered the first of improved PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors to U.S. Army, significantly u...
Lockheed Martin today delivered the first of improved PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement (MSE) interceptors to U.S. Army, significantly upgrading its missile defense capabilities,
With improved mobility and range, the high-velocity PAC-3 MSE missile interceptor that defends against tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles and aircraft.
The improved Patriot air defense missile features a larger, dual-pulse solid-rocket motor, larger control fins and upgraded support systems. With the enhancements, Lockheed Martin nearly doubled the missile's reach and dramatically improved maneuverability against today's faster and more sophisticated ballistic and cruise missiles threats.
Lockheed Martin received the first PAC-3 MSE production contract in April 2014 and earned a follow-on order in July 2015.
