L3Harris produces the solid propellant rocket motor for ATACMS (Army Tactical Missile System), a combat-proven, long-range guided missile that utilizes the Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) launcher transporter system. (Photo credit: U.S. Army)
MELBOURNE, Fla., April 20, 2026 — L3Harris Technologies (NYSE: LHX) has received a contract valued at more than $65 million to produce solid rocket motors for the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS), a combat-proven, long-range guided missile system.
L3Harris will fabricate, test and deliver M124 rocket motors, igniters, exit cones and associated components and services as part of the contract. Deliveries are scheduled to run from 2027 through 2028.
“L3Harris remains focused on delivering advanced propulsion solutions to meet the needs of the ATACMS program,” said Scott Alexander, President, Missile Propulsion, Missile Solutions, L3Harris. “These contracts demonstrate our ongoing commitment to equip the U.S. Army and allied forces with reliable, combat-proven missile technology that enhances operational readiness.”
L3Harris has supported the Army’s ATACMS program for more than 30 years with production centered in Camden, Arkansas. This location annually produces more than 115,000 solid rocket motors of various sizes, supporting a variety of programs, and conducts more than 6,000 hot-fire tests each year. L3Harris is undergoing a major solid rocket motor expansion effort in Camden to meet growing demand, building more than 20 new advanced propulsion facilities.
The company also produces ATACMS Arm and Firing Devices at its Cincinnati, Ohio, site.
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