New mobile launcher for Tomahawk: 4 missiles in one container

US unveils mobile ground launcher for Tomahawk - compact unit holds 4 missiles in a container

At the international exhibition AUSA 2025 the United States showed a prototype of a completely new ground launcher for cruise missiles Tomahawk.
The developers emphasise that this is the first step towards full mobility of the US long-range strike systems.

The unit is mounted on a multi-axle chassis Oshkosh X-MAV - a powerful off-road vehicle capable of operating in off-road, desert or mountainous terrain.
The main feature is launch module for four missiles, are placed in a sealed container that can be raised to a combat position in seconds.

Speed, autonomy and range

The new platform is designed to rapid deployment in the field - It can be transported by plane or moved on ordinary roads without special equipment.
Each module is capable of independently launch missiles, It has an autonomous guidance, power supply and control system.

According to the engineers, the system can work completely without crew - control is carried out remotely or via the network of the field command post.
This reduces the risks to personnel and makes the complex less vulnerable to enemy attacks.

Strategic effect

The introduction of such installations significantly enhances the capabilities of the US and allied armies.
Mobile launchers are capable of Strike at a range of over 1500 km, The aircraft are able to remain undetected due to their manoeuvrability and ability to quickly change positions.

Analysts believe that such a system can become the prototype for a new generation of NATO ground platforms, The new vehicles will combine mobility, autonomy and high firepower.
In the future, such installations can be used not only for Tomahawk, but also for other types of precision-guided missiles, including hypersonic ones.

Context: after INF and the new era of medium-range weapons

After the US withdrawal from the Intermediate-Range Nuclear Forces Treaty (INF) In 2019, the Pentagon is actively developing ground-based platforms for launching missiles of this class.
The new mobile version of Tomahawk is a logical extension of the Typhon concept, but in a more flexible and cheaper format.

Experts note that compact starters can locate closer to areas of potential conflict, It does not require complex infrastructure or long preparatory work.