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Aug 7, 2026 12:01 PM

The US Army is upgrading the Javelin missile with a new “brain” that could help the famous tank killer better detect, track, and engage threats on the battlefield.

The US Army is upgrading the Javelin missile with a new “brain” that could help the famous tank killer better detect, track, and engage threats on the battlefield. 

At the center of the upgrade is a next-generation infrared seeker that will replace outdated components in the missile’s existing guidance section. Kratos Defense & Security Solutions will develop, build, and test the new system.

The work will be carried out at Kratos’ Advanced Manufacturing Center in Birmingham, Alabama, while testing will take place at US Army government facilities.

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