US Army Orders More 55-Year-Old Anti-Tank Missiles
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The US Army has awarded a $536 million contract to Raytheon for the production of its anti-tank missile, which has been in use since the Vietnam War. The Army plans to continue using the missile until at least 2050. The contract modification is worth half a billion dollars.
Why it matters
The continued use of this anti-tank missile highlights the Army's reliance on proven technology and its efforts to maintain its armored warfare capabilities. The contract also underscores the enduring importance of anti-tank missiles in modern warfare.
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