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RTX's Raytheon completes Ground-Launched StormBreaker® test

1. RTX's Raytheon tested StormBreaker weapon in just 50 days. 2. The new variant is designed for GPS-contested conditions. 3. StormBreaker weapon integrates with F-15E, F/A-18, and F-35 platforms. 4. Further development and testing planned throughout 2025. 5. Investment in R&D boosts capabilities for ground-launched systems.

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The rapid development of advanced weapons typically boosts defense contract prospects, reflecting positively on RTX's future revenues.

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The introduction of new military technology positions RTX favorably within the defense sector, indicating potential revenue growth.

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Prototype developed and tested in 50 days TUCSON, Ariz., /PRNewswire/ -- Raytheon, an RTX (NYSE: RTX) business, has completed a test for a ground-launched variant of the StormBreaker® smart weapon. The business designed, developed and tested the new variant in 50 days. The test was held this spring at a private test range in the Mojave Desert. A prototype of the new StormBreaker was launched using a commercial off-the-shelf rocket motor. It achieved key milestones including reaching approximately 20,000 feet of altitude. "Recent global conflicts have highlighted the need for a smart, ground-launched, precision strike weapon that can perform in GPS-contested areas," said Sam Deneke, president of Air & Space Defense Systems at Raytheon. "StormBreaker is a composable weapon, which allows it to be customized to meet mission demands. Using the foundational components of air-launched StormBreaker allowed us to move faster than ever before, going from concept to test flight in under two months." StormBreaker is the only fielded, network-enabled smart weapon that can engage moving and stationary targets in fair and adverse weather conditions, at land or at sea. It is approved for use on the F-15E and the F/A-18-E/F Super Hornet and is currently being integrated on the F-35A/B/C. Raytheon has invested significantly in independent research and development, capital assets and facilities, and the acquisition of subject matter experts to accelerate the development of Ground-Launched StormBreaker. The new variant covers the same target set as air-launched StormBreaker with extended range and expanded offensive capabilities. Additional tests will be held throughout 2025. About RaytheonRaytheon, an RTX business, is a leading provider of defense solutions to help the U.S. government, our allies and partners defend their national sovereignty and ensure their security. For more than 100 years, Raytheon has developed new technologies and enhanced existing capabilities in integrated air and missile defense, smart weapons, missiles, advanced sensors and radars, interceptors, space-based systems, hypersonics and missile defense across land, air, sea and space. About RTXRTX is the world's largest aerospace and defense company. With more than 185,000 global employees, we push the limits of technology and science to redefine how we connect and protect our world. Through industry-leading businesses – Collins Aerospace, Pratt & Whitney, and Raytheon – we are advancing aviation, engineering integrated defense systems for operational success, and developing next-generation technology solutions and manufacturing to help global customers address their most critical challenges. The company, with 2024 sales of more than $80 billion, is headquartered in Arlington, Virginia. For questions or to schedule an interview, please contact [email protected] SOURCE RTX WANT YOUR COMPANY'S NEWS FEATURED ON PRNEWSWIRE.COM? 440k+ Newsrooms & Influencers 9k+ Digital Media Outlets 270k+ Journalists Opted In

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