# US Army missile procurement expansion

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/us-army-missile-procurement-expansion
> Updated: 2026-08-26T23:44:53.000Z. Sources: 4. Developments: 2.

The US Army is expanding its munitions procurement and production strategies to bolster missile stocks. Initially, the Army set a target to procure 133,014 GMLRS (Guided Multiple Launch Rocket System) missiles by 2034 to replenish supplies used in Ukraine. This plan involves increasing production capacity by approximately 36 percent, with an annual production goal of 19,002 units between 2028 and 2034. To achieve this scale, the government intends to share technical specifications with multiple companies to move beyond the current sole producer, Lockheed Martin.

In a related procurement effort, the Army is also seeking to acquire up to 8,000 short-range missiles annually. These munitions, which must function in GPS-denied environments and under electronic interference, are intended for use by unmanned aerial vehicles, ground vehicles, and naval vessels. The Army is looking for systems similar to the Hellfire and Joint Air-to-Ground Missile (JAGM) to target armored vehicles, command posts, and maritime threats. Suppliers are expected to have production bases and networks established by the end of 2028.

## Timeline

### 2026-08-26: U.S. Army plans annual procurement of 8,000 short-range missiles

The U.S. Army plans to purchase up to 8,000 short-range missiles annually, seeking munitions capable of operating without GPS or under electronic interference.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-army-plans-annual-procurement-of-8000-short-range-missiles

### 2026-08-20: US Army targets procurement of 133,000 GMLRS missiles by 2034

The US Army plans to procure over 133,000 GMLRS missiles by 2034, seeking to increase annual production to 19,002 units and opening technical specifications to more manufacturers.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/us-army-targets-procurement-of-133000-gmlrs-missiles-by-2034

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