On Tuesday, March 24, 2026, the American company Lockheed Martin announced that it conducted multiple integrated tests, firing AGM-114 Hellfire anti-tank guided missiles from the new Grizzly containerized launcher.
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During the tests, the launcher demonstrated the ability to load and fire guided munitions from a 10-foot Tricon logistics container. Built in just six months based on proven weapon and launcher architectures, including the LGMA M299 launcher rail system designed for firing Hellfire anti-tank guided missiles, the Grizzly can provide a cost-effective, rapidly deployable, mobile, and low-signature solution within a distributed system for expeditionary forces across various theaters of operations. It can deliver a specially designed asymmetric firepower capability that seamlessly complements traditional artillery systems, point defense, and rocket launchers, enhancing both flexibility and lethality.
These tests confirmed the Grizzly launcher’s ability to fire missiles by meeting all requirements. The Lockheed Martin team will continue to work with the U.S. government to further refine the system’s ongoing development.
The launcher uses commercially available off-the-shelf components, reducing logistical demands and lowering acquisition costs. By leveraging proven weapon and launcher architecture, the Grizzly offering will help shorten procurement cycles while minimizing logistical costs.
As a highly transportable containerized launcher, Grizzly operates independently of command-and-control systems and sensors, providing an affordable and easily deployable solution that can be employed by any type of armed forces or operational mission, in any location.
The pace of these tests continues to refine the system’s ongoing development, and the data collected enables rapid implementation of product improvements that best meet the needs of customers in the United States.
“This is an example of how our Lockheed Martin team is leading innovation for our customers’ needs,” said Randy Crites, vice president, Lockheed Martin Advanced Programs. “Our first live fire tests come just six months after the program began research and development, through internal Lockheed Martin investment, demonstrating our focus on quickly delivering a mobile and versatile launcher capability to defeat evolving threats.”
“GRIZZLY provides the customer versatility and flexibility for their needs, as well as an element of mobility and discreteness for offensive and defensive fires,” said Crites.
.@LockheedMartin containerized launcher, GRIZZLY, completes its first integrated HELLFIRE missile live‑fire and vertical‑launch test. Developed in just six months from concept to live fire, the system demonstrates the speed needed to counter non‑traditional threats.
Click below:— Lockheed Martin News (@LMNews) March 24, 2026
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