The Battle Isn’t Binary: Pairing Low Cost Munitions with High End Punch
By Scott Alexander
President, Propulsion Systems, Missile Solutions
The modern warfighter faces a dual threat landscape. On one hand, a swarm of inexpensive, improvised drones approaches a unit’s forward position, while on the other, an advanced long-range precision-guided weapon accelerates toward a densely populated military base.
The former threat, built on mass production and low cost, may set adversaries back only a few thousand dollars, whereas the latter’s sophistication comes at a price tag in the millions. Both can converge in a single conflict, targeting the same location, thus increasing risk to human lives and critical infrastructure.
This scenario highlights the inadequacy of an “either/or” conversation focused purely on cost. The complexity of modern warfare demands a comprehensive range of capabilities. Warfighters require specific tools tailored to the situation, often necessitating several options available at a moment’s notice.
With nearly a century of expertise in delivering propulsion systems at scale, L3Harris equips forces with the versatile, mission-ready solutions necessary to meet the varied challenges presented by today’s threats, all while adapting to the rapid pace of modern conflict.
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Source: L3Harris (2026-09-23)
