Northrop Grumman Awarded Multiple Year Contract to Produce Advanced Multi-Purpose Tank Ammunition Round
PLYMOUTH, Minn. – June 22, 2026 – The U.S. Army has awarded Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC) a five-year contract to produce the M1147 Advanced Multi-Purpose (AMP) round of large caliber tank ammunition. This contract will support both U.S. Army requirements and those of international partners, reinforcing the company’s commitment to maintaining readiness and advancing innovation in munitions.
- The M1147 AMP is a next-generation 120mm round designated for use with the U.S. Army’s M1 Abrams Main Battle Tank.
- AMP consolidates the capabilities of four legacy rounds into a single munition. It employs a multi-mode programmable fuze that allows for operation in point-detonate, point-detonate delay, and airburst modes, thus enabling engagement with a range of targets.
Insights from Leadership:
Dave Fine, vice president of armament systems at Northrop Grumman, stated, “With its enhanced functionality, the M1147 AMP meets the Army’s needs for efficiency and readiness, while enhancing the lethality of the Abrams Main Battle Tank. This capability enables unmatched mission flexibility by empowering forces to adapt instantly to any threat.”
The M1147 Advanced Multi-Purpose Round consolidates the capabilities of four legacy rounds into one advanced round, enhancing logistics efficiency and overmatch. (Photo Credit: Northrop Grumman)
Northrop Grumman has over 45 years of experience in the design, development, and production of large caliber ammunition, having delivered more than five million tactical and training rounds to the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps, and allied militaries worldwide.
Source: Northrop Grumman (2026-06-22T15:17:00Z)
