GoKawiilX-Bow Systems to build 3D-printed rocket boosters for Army missile program with Leidos
X-Bow Systems has partnered with Leidos to develop and manufacture solid rocket motors for the U.S. Army's Low-Cost Containerized Munition program, part of the Department of War's 'Arsenal of Freedom' initiative to rebuild domestic defense manufacturing. X-Bow, founded in 2016, uses additive manufacturing and has already produced over 2,100 combat-ready rocket motors.
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The deal suggests the Army is prioritizing rapid, scalable production of munitions over traditionally slower manufacturing timelines, reflecting CEO Jason Hundley's comment that modern conflict depends on volume of output. This could signal a broader shift toward additive manufacturing in defense supply chains, as other firms like Chromatic 3D Materials and Othisis also test 3D-printed propulsion components.
- X-Bow Systems will build rocket boosters for the Army's LCCM program via a deal with Leidos.
- The program falls under the 'Arsenal of Freedom' initiative to strengthen U.S. defense manufacturing.
- X-Bow has already produced over 2,100 rocket motors since its 2016 founding, using 3D printing for faster design iteration.
Source: tomshardware.com — Jowi Morales, 2026-10-17
Published there as: “US Army to use 3D-printed rocket motors for low-cost cruise missiles”
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