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Yahoo
12 hours ago
- Politics
- Yahoo
The US Army and its allies flew a HIMARS missile launcher in and out for fast, far-reaching strikes
The US Army and its allies practiced getting HIMARS in and out quickly on an Indo-Pacific island. Keeping land-based, long-range precision strikes mobile could be critical in a conflict. Rapid deployment and frequent movement increase survivability while allowing for increased range. The US Army and its allies recently pulled off a rapid missile launcher deployment to a remote Pacific island. It was a high-speed test of fire-and-move tactics and how they would bring long-range firepower to a future fight in the region. The test occurred last week and built on US military efforts to boost range, flexibility, and survivability for HIMARS and other weaponry in the region. During Talisman Sabre 2025, a joint exercise in Australia, a Royal Canadian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft flew a US Army M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or HIMARS, and Australian soldiers to Christmas Island for the test. The HIMARS launcher, along with a supporting communications vehicle, was flown to a forward airfield — extending the range of the munitions carried — and then driven to the simulated strike location. Afterwards, the vehicles were quickly packed up and flown out. Christmas Island, a strategic Australian territory in the northeastern Indian Ocean, sits near maritime routes that have grown more consequential as China expands its naval and military activities in the region. That buildup has raised concerns for regional powers like Australia and India, among other nations, watching China's presence in the Indian Ocean with increasing attention. Per the Australian Ministry of Defense, last week's operation demonstrated how the US and its allies can rapidly deploy and use land-based, long-range precision fires for deterrence. One key element is getting the weapon out of the position before an enemy can target it and conduct counter-battery fire. The US military and its allies and partners have been focused on this capability, prioritizing rapid deployment of HIMARS and other weapons to dispersed sites so that enemy forces would have a harder time tracking them than at fixed locations. HIMARS, as a flexible rocket artillery and missile platform, have value in the Pacific. They fire Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS), Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS), and new Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM). The latter is for land targets; however, it's been tested against sea targets. PrSM has a range of about 310 miles and is deemed more precise than its predecessor, the MGM-140 ATACMS. GMLRS have a standard range of about 43 miles; however, the extended one reaches out to 93 miles. Being able to rapidly deploy these weapons and others to island environments in the region offers the Army and its allies flexible strike options, including against naval targets. In June 2024, the Army tested the PrSM against a moving ship target off the coast of Palau in the Pacific. And earlier this month, the Army fired a Standard Missile-6 from the Mid-Range Capability, or Typhon, missile system in Australia toward a maritime target, sinking it. US military officials have said that being mobile and rapidly relocatable is crucial in the Indo-Pacific, where US forces are bracing for potential conflict with China, recognized by the Pentagon as a premier threat and pacing challenge for the department. After last week's HIMARS test, Lt. Col. Ed Guelfi, of the US Army's 17th Field Artillery Brigade, said: "Collectively, we have rapidly deployed a HIMARS to demonstrate our ability to put combat power anywhere, at any time of our choosing." Read the original article on Business Insider
Business Insider
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Insider
The US Army and its allies flew a HIMARS missile launcher in and out for fast, far-reaching strikes
The test occurred last week and built on US military efforts to boost range, flexibility, and survivability for HIMARS and other weaponry in the region. During Talisman Sabre 2025, a joint exercise in Australia, a Royal Canadian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft flew a US Army M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or HIMARS, and Australian soldiers to Christmas Island for the test. The HIMARS launcher, along with a supporting communications vehicle, was flown to a forward airfield — extending the range of the munitions carried — and then driven to the simulated strike location. Afterwards, the vehicles were quickly packed up and flown out. Christmas Island, a strategic Australian territory in the northeastern Indian Ocean, sits near maritime routes that have grown more consequential as China expands its naval and military activities in the region. That buildup has raised concerns for regional powers like Australia and India, among other nations, watching China's presence in the Indian Ocean with increasing attention. Per the Australian Ministry of Defense, last week's operation demonstrated how the US and its allies can rapidly deploy and use land-based, long-range precision fires for deterrence. One key element is getting the weapon out of the position before an enemy can target it and conduct counter-battery fire. The US military and its allies and partners have been focused on this capability, prioritizing rapid deployment of HIMARS and other weapons to dispersed sites so that enemy forces would have a harder time tracking them than at fixed locations. HIMARS, as a flexible rocket artillery and missile platform, have value in the Pacific. They fire Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS), Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS), and new Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM). The latter is for land targets; however, it's been tested against sea targets. PrSM has a range of about 310 miles and is deemed more precise than its predecessor, the MGM-140 ATACMS. GMLRS have a standard range of about 43 miles; however, the extended one reaches out to 93 miles. Being able to rapidly deploy these weapons and others to island environments in the region offers the Army and its allies flexible strike options, including against naval targets. In June 2024, the Army tested the PrSM against a moving ship target off the coast of Palau in the Pacific. And earlier this month, the Army fired a Standard Missile-6 from the Mid-Range Capability, or Typhon, missile system in Australia toward a maritime target, sinking it. US military officials have said that being mobile and rapidly relocatable is crucial in the Indo-Pacific, where US forces are bracing for potential conflict with China, recognized by the Pentagon as a premier threat and pacing challenge for the department.
Business Insider
14 hours ago
- Politics
- Business Insider
The US Army and its allies flew a HIMARS missile launcher in and out for fast, far-reaching strikes
The US Army and its allies recently pulled off a rapid missile launcher deployment to a remote Pacific island. It was a high-speed test of fire-and-move tactics and how they would bring long-range firepower to a future fight in the region. The test occurred last week and built on US military efforts to boost range, flexibility, and survivability for HIMARS and other weaponry in the region. During Talisman Sabre 2025, a joint exercise in Australia, a Royal Canadian Air Force C-17A Globemaster III transport aircraft flew a US Army M142 High-Mobility Artillery Rocket System, or HIMARS, and Australian soldiers to Christmas Island for the test. The HIMARS launcher, along with a supporting communications vehicle, was flown to a forward airfield — extending the range of the munitions carried — and then driven to the simulated strike location. Afterwards, the vehicles were quickly packed up and flown out. Christmas Island, a strategic Australian territory in the northeastern Indian Ocean, sits near maritime routes that have grown more consequential as China expands its naval and military activities in the region. That buildup has raised concerns for regional powers like Australia and India, among other nations, watching China's presence in the Indian Ocean with increasing attention. Per the Australian Ministry of Defense, last week's operation demonstrated how the US and its allies can rapidly deploy and use land-based, long-range precision fires for deterrence. One key element is getting the weapon out of the position before an enemy can target it and conduct counter-battery fire. The US military and its allies and partners have been focused on this capability, prioritizing rapid deployment of HIMARS and other weapons to dispersed sites so that enemy forces would have a harder time tracking them than at fixed locations. HIMARS, as a flexible rocket artillery and missile platform, have value in the Pacific. They fire Army Tactical Missile Systems (ATACMS), Guided Multiple Launch Rocket Systems (GMLRS), and new Precision Strike Missiles (PrSM). The latter is for land targets; however, it's been tested against sea targets. PrSM has a range of about 310 miles and is deemed more precise than its predecessor, the MGM-140 ATACMS. GMLRS have a standard range of about 43 miles; however, the extended one reaches out to 93 miles. Being able to rapidly deploy these weapons and others to island environments in the region offers the Army and its allies flexible strike options, including against naval targets. In June 2024, the Army tested the PrSM against a moving ship target off the coast of Palau in the Pacific. And earlier this month, the Army fired a Standard Missile-6 from the Mid-Range Capability, or Typhon, missile system in Australia toward a maritime target, sinking it. US military officials have said that being mobile and rapidly relocatable is crucial in the Indo-Pacific, where US forces are bracing for potential conflict with China, recognized by the Pentagon as a premier threat and pacing challenge for the department. After last week's HIMARS test, Lt. Col. Ed Guelfi, of the US Army's 17th Field Artillery Brigade, said: "Collectively, we have rapidly deployed a HIMARS to demonstrate our ability to put combat power anywhere, at any time of our choosing."
The Sun
a day ago
- Science
- The Sun
Sultan Nazrin graces LEMBING SAKTI 2025 military exercise
LUMUT: The Sultan of Perak, Sultan Nazrin Shah, today graced the LEMBING SAKTI 2025 Exercise at the Tanjung Hantu shooting range, here. Raja Permaisuri of Perak, Tuanku Zara Salim, was also in attendance. Also present were Perak Menteri Besar Datuk Seri Saarani Mohamad, Army Chief General Tan Sri Datuk Seri Muhammad Hafizuddeain Jantan, and United States Ambassador to Malaysia, Edgard D. Kagan. Their Royal Highnesses were briefed on safety protocols, followed by a photo session and live rocket firing demonstration. The Malaysian Army, in a statement, said that the royal couple's presence reflected the unwavering support of the royal institution towards the nation's defence readiness. 'LEMBING SAKTI 2025 Exercise demonstrates the tactical capabilities and steadfast dedication of the Malaysian Armed Forces in strengthening combat readiness and national defence capacity. 'The initiative also aligns with efforts to solidify a regional defence cooperation network through the involvement of friendly nations, in ensuring strategic stability and security in the region,' read the statement. It stated that the exercise aims to test the combat readiness and effectiveness of the rocket artillery system, as well as enhance inter-agency cooperation capabilities in joint land, sea, and air operations, among other objectives. The exercise provides exposure to the latest tactics and procedures for using the High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS), as well as the implementation of the Complete Round Proof by the 40th Ordnance Corps Ammunition Engineering Command in collaboration with the Science and Technology Research Institute for Defence (STRIDE). The exercise involved the deployment of SS-30 and SS-40 missiles by the Rocket Artillery Brigade as well as advanced weapon systems, including Artillery Saturation Rocket System (ASTROS), HIMARS, Artillery Hunting Radar (ARTHUR), Unmanned Aircraft System (FLYEYE) and the participation of KD MAHAWANGSA. It also demonstrated strategic cooperation involving the Malaysian Army, Royal Malaysian Navy (RMN), Royal Malaysian Air Force (RMAF), Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency (MMEA), Marine Police, and various other public agencies.
Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Automotive
- Daily Mail
EXCLUSIVE How US artillery rocket systems are helping Ukraine deliver precision strikes deep behind Russian lines, the Mail's War On Tape reveals
US artillery rocket systems are proving vital in allowing Ukraine to strike deep behind Russia lines with remarkable accuracy. High Mobility Artillery Rocket System (HIMARS) were first provided to Ukraine in June 2022 to stem the tide of Vladimir Putin 's advances in the Donbas. Months later, Russia's progress had not just screeched to a halt but had headed in reverse, thanks in no small part to the HIMARS. Rockets ride atop a heavily armoured and hermetically sealed vehicle, which boasts six wheels and six-wheel drive ensuring high mobility and the capacity to reach high speeds. HIMARS launches the impressive Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System (GMLRS) artillery which have a vast range of 45 miles, much further than the standard 18 miles. Three times bigger are the Army Tactical Missile System (ATACMS) rockets. These can be fired up to 186 miles and are used for targetting higher value sites, including enemy buildings. And the artillery rocket systems have been used to devastating effect throughout the Ukraine-Russia conflict, demonstrating their incredible accuracy in striking key targets, including massive artillery stockpiles. This forced Putin to move ammunition further away from the front line, meaning it could not be used to the same devastating effect. Rockets ride atop a heavily armoured and hermetically sealed vehicle, which boasts six wheels and six-wheel drive ensuring high mobility and the capacity to reach high speeds Estonia, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and Romania all ordered quantities of HIMARS to protect themselves from the Russian threat. In the latest episode of Daily Mail's War On Tape YouTube series, Chris Pleasance uncovers why the HIMARS rockets are so crucial by watching them being tested and chatting to those who operate them. Pleasance headed to a huge US firing range in Grafenwöhr, Germany to witness a HIMARS live firing drill which demonstrated the range and speed of the artillery. He also chatted to Staff Sergeant Russell Jaso about how the rockets work and which sites they are used to target.
