Rafael USA and Leonardo DRS unveiled a more mature adapter that enables vehicles with legacy TOW launchers (e.g., Bradley) to fire Spike LR2 missiles with minimal vehicle modifications. This adds longer range and an imaging seeker with man-in-the-loop/LOAL-style engagement options while preserving existing TOW compatibility, potentially upgrading a large installed base quickly.
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missileside: natofirst seen 2021-10-01
Adapter lets legacy TOW launchers fire Spike LR2 missiles
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- The War Zone · https://www.twz.com/land/bradleys-old-tow-launchers-get-new-teeth-with-spike-missile-adapterBradley’s Old TOW Launchers Get New Teeth With Spike Missile Adapter