America's Relentless Pursuit of Speed The US Army's recent live fire hypersonic test using a repurposed Heavy Artillery Test System (HATS) launcher marks a significant milestone in the country's quest for faster and more lethal military capabilities.
The test, conducted with a specially designed Integrated Launch Package (ILP), demonstrates the Army's commitment to exploring cutting edge technologies and its willingness to experiment with novel solutions.
The SLRC Legacy The HATS system originated from the Strategic Long Range Cannon (SLRC) programme, which was scrapped in 2022 due to lack of dedicated funding.