Lockheed Martin announced that it is developing a new, lower-cost PAC-3 ACE interceptor missile for air and missile defense missions…
The unit cost of the PAC-3 ACE is expected to be less than half that of the PAC-3 MSE.
The PAC-3 ACE missile is being developed to reduce interception costs in engagements against various classes of threats and to lower the total cost per kill.
The PAC-3 Adapted Capability Effector is designed to neutralize different classes of threats.
In this context, the interceptor will be capable of engaging air-breathing threats, cruise missiles, close-range ballistic missiles, and short-range ballistic missiles.
The PAC-3 ACE interceptor is being developed using the proven PAC-3 fire control system. The system will be fully integrated with the Patriot weapon system and the Integrated Battle Command System…