US Army's Dark Eagle Hypersonic Weapon Set to Achieve Operational Status Amid Global Threats
The US Army's Long-Range Hypersonic Weapon (LRHW), Dark Eagle, is nearing full operational status, expected within weeks. Managed by the 5th Battalion, 3rd Field Artillery Regiment at Joint Base Lewis-McChord, the weapon is strategically positioned for Indo-Pacific security.
Each Dark Eagle battery comprises eight missiles launched from mobile platforms, designed for rapid relocation to evade detection. Developed by Lockheed Martin and powered by Northrop Grumman's propulsion system, the weapon features a Hypersonic Glide Body from Dynetics.
With a range of 1,700 to 2,000 miles, it targets military installations and command centers. Following over $12 billion in investment and successful testing, Dark Eagle serves as a countermeasure against China's and Russia's hypersonic threats, reinforcing US military capabilities in the region.
