US defense giant Lockheed Martin has partnered with Hungary’s 4iG Space and Defence Technologies to assess the integration of advanced rocket artillery solutions for the Hungarian Armed Forces. The cooperation includes evaluating the mounting of Lockheed Martin’s Launcher Loader Module (LLM) on Hungarian-produced military trucks, supporting localized deployment and sustainment.
The LLM is compatible with both HIMARS and M270A2 launchers, providing a versatile payload capacity that includes ATACMS, Precision Strike Missiles, and standard or extended-range GMLRS munitions. This flexibility enables rapid adaptation to different mission profiles while maintaining interoperability with NATO artillery systems.
According to the companies, the collaboration will enhance Hungary’s long-range precision fires and deepen its alignment with NATO operational standards. In addition to strengthening military capability, the initiative creates opportunities for industrial partnerships, technology transfer, and co-production within Hungary’s defense sector.
The development comes after Washington cleared Hungary’s HIMARS acquisition, reversing a hold placed on a $735-million foreign military sale in mid-2023. The deal is believed to cover up to 24 artillery launchers and roughly 100 missiles, with delivery timelines estimated at three to five years.
As one of NATO’s most in-demand artillery systems, HIMARS continues to serve as a cornerstone of allied fire support, particularly along the alliance’s eastern borders, where it underpins deterrence, rapid response, and force modernization efforts.
