Saab has received a SEK 1.7 billion contract for the maintenance and modernization of the TAURUS KEPD 350 cruise missile. The agreement, spanning from 2025 to 2035, involves comprehensive system upgrades and lifecycle maintenance for the German Air Force’s TAURUS missiles.
The order was placed by Germany’s defense procurement office (BAAINBw) with TAURUS Systems, a joint venture between MBDA Germany and Saab, serving as the prime contractor.
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“TAURUS KEPD 350 enables the user to defeat targets at long ranges required for the most demanding air operations. The latest upgrades will provide the German Air Force with significant improvements,” said Görgen Johansson, Head of Saab’s Dynamics division.
The TAURUS KEPD 350 is an air-launched cruise missile with a range of over 500 km, designed for precision strikes against fortified ground targets. With this contract, Saab strengthens its position as a key player in advanced missile system support and modernization.
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Key Features of TAURUS KEPD 350
- Extended Range: With a range exceeding 500 km, the missile enables stand-off strikes, keeping aircraft and pilots out of enemy air defense zones.
- Advanced Warhead: The missile is equipped with the Mephisto warhead, designed to penetrate hardened and deeply buried targets.
- Stealth and Survivability: Low-observable design and advanced navigation systems allow it to evade enemy air defense systems.
- Dual-Stage Warhead System: The combination of a shaped charge and follow-through bomb ensures maximum destruction of fortified structures.
- Autonomous Targeting: The missile utilizes an advanced guidance system incorporating GPS, terrain reference navigation, and infrared target recognition.
