Following the first combat launch of its long-range Precision Strike Missile, or PrSM, Lockheed Martin successfully tested an upgraded version of the weapon that is designed to hit moving vessels at sea.

Increment 2 is built for sea denial and features a seeker in its navigation system that provides targeting guidance and homes in on fast-moving threats, including ships.

The upgrade marks a clear step forward in Lockheed's long-range fires program.

Its new capabilities will allow the Army to "strike relocating or fleeting targets in both land and maritime environments," according to a statement released by Lockheed.

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The company said the first flight test was a "major milestone" and added that missile development was "backed by significant investment."

Two more tests are set to take place this year. The upgraded missile builds off the foundation of its predecessor, and both systems share common baselines.

Both missiles are compatible with M142 High Mobility Artillery Rocket Systems, or HIMARS, as well as the M270A2 Multiple Launch Rocket System, or MLRS, which is commonly used in European countries. The dual compatibility ensures readiness across allied forces.

The missiles are designed to withstand turbulent in-flight weather conditions, and their warheads are built to deliver fragmentation effects when they explode on impact.

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This resilience is essential for operations from uncertain maritime environments. During the recent test, the upgraded PrSM launched from a HIMARS system and flew more than 200 miles.

"With Increment 2, PrSM delivers the long-range capability the Army asked for to defeat moving land and maritime threats," Carolyn Orzechowski, vice president of Lockheed Martin Precision Fires Launchers and Missiles, said in the statement.

Production of the original PrSM was already accelerated last fall prior to its combat debut in Operation Epic Fury, during which it was fired against Iranian targets from HIMARS launchers positioned in open terrain.

The PrSM was launched among an array of weapons systems, including Patriot Interceptor Missile Systems and THAAD Anti-Ballistic Missile Systems. LUCAS one-way attack drones were also used for the first time by the U.S. Special Operations Command-led Task Force Scorpion Strike.

In the broader political context, the program’s progress aligns with a leadership emphasis on rapid modernization of the military and a commitment to maintaining U.S. advantage.

Secretary of War Pete Hegseth has consistently pressed for speed and lethality in procurement, arguing that faster development strengthens deterrence and readiness.

This latest upgrade underlines the belief that deterrence rests on credible, modern long-range firepower.

The Increment 2 variant adds capacity to strike ships that relocate or maneuver, a capability that complicates enemy planning.

As America remains focused on sea control and power projection, Lockheed's work could shape how the Army hunts threats at distance. Supporters say such steps ensure the United States keeps a decisive edge in contested environments.

The War Secretary, through leadership from Hegseth, maintains that investment now pays dividends in potential future conflicts. Because the weapons are compatible with existing launchers, the military can scale quickly without sweeping new platforms into service.

At the same time, a robust modernization plan positions the United States to respond to challengers in multiple theaters.

Two more tests are scheduled for this year to push Increment 2 through its paces. The news comes as part of a broader push to accelerate development of precision rifles and missiles that extend reach and accuracy.

In the broader strategic context, what matters is not only the range but the ability to hit moving targets with reliability when it matters most. America’s rivals watch closely as the PrSM program advances, sending a message about resolve and capability.

While some critics question budgets, supporters argue these investments protect national security and deter aggression.

President Trump has consistently linked military modernization to economic and geopolitical strength, a stance that aligns with the current push from the War Department.

As Lockheed demonstrates progress, the path forward will likely emphasize rapid testing, scalable systems, and a hardened industrial base ready to deliver.

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