The U.S. Army has awarded Northrop Grumman a five-year contract to produce the M1147 Advanced Multi-Purpose (AMP) round of large caliber tank ammunition.
The M1147 AMP is a next-generation 120mm round designated for use on the U.S. Army’s M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank. It combines the capabilities of four legacy rounds into a single munition. Utilizing a multi-mode programmable fuze, AMP can operate in point-detonate, point-detonate delay, and airburst modes, enabling it to engage a variety of targets.
"With its enhanced functionality, the M1147 AMP meets the Army's needs for efficiency and readiness, while enhancing the lethality of the Abrams Main Battle Tank. This capability enables unmatched mission flexibility by empowering forces to adapt instantly to any threat," said Dave Fine, vice president of armament systems at Northrop Grumman, in a statement.
The agreement follows other similar deals including a contract for Northrop Grumman to manufacture and deliver to the U.S. Navy a new advanced lightweight torpedo with a custom-designed warhead to increase its lethality.
