The Advanced Precision Kill Weapon System (APKWS) provides the war fighter with a surgical strike capability that can be integrated directly onto the Apache, SuperCobra, Blackhawk, and Kiowa Warrior helicopters and UAVs.

The APKWS Guidance and Control Section offers the U.S. Army, Special Operations Forces, Air Force, Navy and the Marine Corps a new weapon capability using existing rocket motors, warheads, launchers, designators and fire control systems.

APKWS is compatible with autonomous and remote designator systems, allowing for long-standoff engagements. The wide field-of-view and long-range laser acquisition allow precision engagements against moving and stationary targets in a variety of tactical situations or engagements. This is achieved with limited integration, with no special tools required on the Hydra-70 rocket.

APKWS adds precision capability, for point and lightly armored targets. New targets, missions, and urban operations requiring surgical precision and minimal collateral damage are now possible with the multi-purpose, affordable APKWS.

BAE Systems has partnered with Northrop Grumman Corp. as co-systems integrator.

Learn more about the APKWS.