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US Army Extends TOW Missile Life

1 source · first reported 2h ago

via Defence Blog

The US Army plans to extend the life of its Vietnam-era TOW missile system for at least three more years. A presolicitation notice has been published to maintain the system, with only one company allowed to perform the work.

Why it matters

The extension of the TOW missile system's life highlights the Army's efforts to sustain legacy systems while modernizing its arsenal. This decision has strategic significance for the Army's missile capabilities and industrial partnerships.

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