Steelfin Interceptor Meets U.S. Army Requirements for Future Program
What happened
Anduril revealed that the Steelfin family of missile interceptors meets requirements for the U.S. Army’s Future Interceptor program. The smallest version of Steelfin is designed to fill a range gap between the PAC-3 Missile Segment Enhancement and the Talon interceptor. The family includes booster rockets with diameters of 10-in., 18-in., and 21-in.
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Why it matters
The successful qualification of Steelfin for the Future Interceptor program relates to the ongoing competition driving low-cost interceptor technologies for the U.S. Army. Steelfin targets a range gap previously covered by Lockheed Martin systems, which may increase competitive pressure in the defense industry.
Competition drives development of low-cost interceptor technologies involving the U.S. Army.
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Who's involved
- MilanoMilano is involved in discussions regarding supplying components for the Army's future interceptor program.
- ArmyThe Army is the recipient of the Future Interceptor program.
- Lockheed MartinLockheed Martin's systems cover a range gap that Steelfin targets.