First Live-Fire Launch Test

Kodiak™ containerised launcher First Live-Fire Launch Test

2026-08-19 Source: Press release Lockheed Martin 2 min Reading Time

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The Kodiak containerised launcher successfully completes a live-fire test, proving rapid, reloadable employment from a containerised launcher with a test rocket at Yakima Training Center, Washington.(Source: Lockheed Martin) — The Kodiak containerised launcher successfully completes a live-fire test, proving rapid, reloadable employment from a containerised launcher with a test rocket at Yakima Training Center, Washington.
(Source: Lockheed Martin)

Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) completed the first integrated live-fire test from the company’s newest containerised launcher—Kodiak™. This demonstration test used a Reduced-Range Practice Rocket (RRPR), to demonstrate the ability to employ offensive fires from a containerised launcher.

The big picture

The Lockheed Martin team demonstrated its ability to load and launch a RRPR from a containerised launcher. This test comes just a few months after several successful GRIZZLY™ tests. By proving the possibility to containerise both offensive and defensive fires, Lockheed Martin is providing the Department of War with cost-efficient and low-observable weapon capability options. Containerised launchers enhance flexibility and lethality for any mission.

Why it matters

Plug-and-Play: The Kodiak containerised launcher can be deployed from air, land or sea platforms, making it a versatile solution for every service branch. Each container holds up to 12 GMLRS® rockets, providing the user with scalable firepower from a single, compact footprint.
Practice Makes Perfect: RRPR is the training round used by HIMARS® and M270A2 Multiple Launch Rocket System (MLRS) crews to practice live-fire training with munitions, like GMLRS and the rest of the MLRS Family of Munitions (MFOM).
Delivery When it Matters: GMLRS gives commanders the ability to engage targets at extended ranges with accuracy and speed—so warfighters have what they need when and where they need it most.
Flexibility of Containerisation: The ability to have offensive fires weapons in a containerised launcher gives the customer agility to move operations as needed.
Demonstrated Capability, Expanded GMLRS Capacity: This demonstration highlights a mature system backed by a robust production base—the GMLRS capacity continues to expand to meet increasing demand while containerised launchers could continue to rapidly provide capability where and when its needed.

Expert Perspective

“Achieving a live-fire launch from our Kodiak containerised system in under six months showcases the speed and agility our customers demand,” said Randy Crites, vice president and general manager of Lockheed Martin Advanced Programs. “Completing all mission requirements on our first attempt reinforces our commitment to delivering a ready-to-fire solution that keeps pace with the evolving battlefield.”

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