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Missile Defense·Low-Cost Interceptor

MDA Awards Contract for Low-Cost Interceptor

3 sources · first reported Yesterday

The Missile Defense Agency has awarded a contract to X-Bow to develop a low-cost interceptor with a target price tag of $750K. The project aims to create an affordable weapon system.

Why it matters

The development of a low-cost interceptor is significant as it could enhance the US military's missile defense capabilities while reducing costs. This project aligns with the agency's efforts to improve its defense systems.

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Development timeline

How this story unfolded across sources, oldest first.

  1. Design and Development Today ·
    X-Bow Awarded $11M Contract to Build a Low-Cost Interceptor
  2. PR Newswire ·
    X-Bow Selected for $11 Million U.S. Missile-Defense Contract to Build a Low-Cost Interceptor and Expand Rocket-Motor Production
  3. DefenseScoop · Primary
    MDA awards X-Bow to develop low-cost interceptor