Northrop Grumman Delivers Modular Lethality for Marine Amphibious Vehicles
Northrop Grumman's Arizona facility is now in full-rate production to deliver Mk44 Stretch Bushmaster® Chain Guns® for the U.S. Marine Corps' new Amphibious Combat Vehicles (ACVs). The Mk44S will be integrated into the Kongsberg remote turret used on the Amphibious Combat Vehicle 30mm program (ACV-30), significantly improving firepower for the Marines.
The Mk44S was recently showcased during a live-fire event at the Bushmaster Users Conference, demonstrating the weapon's seamless integration with the ACV. (Photo Credit: Northrop Grumman)
The Mk44S offers enhanced range, reliability and overmatch as well as the ability to fire all NATO-standard 30x173mm cartridges. The gun includes the option to upgrade from 30mm to 40mm by simply changing the barrel and a few key parts, allowing for future flexibility. The Marine Corps will be able to increase lethality as threats evolve without requiring an entirely new weapon system.
"The Mk44 Bushmaster Chain Gun delivers unmatched firepower and reliability in even the most unforgiving conditions," says Dave Fine, Vice President, Armament Systems, Northrop Grumman. "By integrating this proven capability into the Amphibious Combat Vehicle program, we're equipping Marines with the tools they need to dominate the battlefield and stay ahead of evolving threats."
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