This partnership aligns with the Department of War's Arsenal of Freedom initiative, which prioritizes the high-volume output of precision munitions over the development of singular, highly complex weapons. Jason Hundley, CEO of X-Bow, emphasized that modern combat effectiveness relies on the sheer quantity of rounds available, positioning his firm to scale production rapidly to meet these demands.
X-Bow Secures Army Contract for Low-Cost Cruise Missile Motors
The U.S. Army is turning to X-Bow Systems to supply booster motors for its new Low-Cost Containerized Munition, marking a significant step in the military's push to diversify its industrial base. Leidos tapped the New Mexico-based manufacturer to handle design, qualification, and mass production of the propulsion systems starting in 2027.
The agreement marks the sixth propulsion-related program win for X-Bow in 2026, following a recent contract that saw the delivery of over 2,100 combat-ready rocket motors. By utilizing proprietary additive manufacturing, the company aims to bypass long-standing bottlenecks in the domestic supply chain, a sector previously dominated by a small group of large-scale contractors. Full-rate production of the LCCM boosters is slated to begin in 2027, following a series of design phases and static fire tests.
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