Oshkosh Secures $30 Million Contract to Deliver ROGUE Missile Launchers to U.S. Marine Corps

The U.S. Department of Defense has awarded Oshkosh Defense LLC a $30 million contract to produce and deliver ROGUE missile launchers for the United States Marine Corps. This cutting-edge system, pivotal to the Marine Corps' evolving strategy in the Pacific, is set to be completed by late 2026, with full funding already in place.

This new agreement builds upon the initial production phase that began in October 2023, under a preliminary contract. The ROGUE missile launcher is an innovative system based on the Joint Light Tactical Vehicle (JLTV) chassis, which is also manufactured by Oshkosh Defense. This adaptable design incorporates advanced technologies to enable both remote-controlled and autonomous operations, offering exceptional versatility and operational capability.

Specifications of the ROGUE Missile Launcher

The ROGUE system has been specifically designed to serve as the backbone of the Navy-Marine Expeditionary Ship Interdiction System (NMESIS), an advanced platform for deploying Kongsberg's Naval Strike Missiles (NSM), known in the U.S. as the RGM-184A. Key specifications include:

• Platform: A modified JLTV chassis with enhanced capabilities for rugged terrains.
• Missile System: Equipped to fire RGM-184A anti-ship missiles, renowned for their long-range precision targeting and sea-skimming capabilities.
• Automation: Features remote and autonomous operation capabilities, reducing the need for direct human involvement in high-risk environments.
• Mobility: Compact and lightweight design optimized for quick deployment and mobility, especially across remote island chains and atolls.
• Logistics Efficiency: Uses standardized U.S. military vehicle platforms, simplifying supply chains and maintenance in dispersed operations.

Strategic Importance

The ROGUE missile launchers represent a significant technological advancement in the Marine Corps' efforts to bolster its Pacific-focused strategy. By integrating the RGM-184A missiles, the system offers a powerful interdiction capability, allowing forces to neutralize enemy ships and deny access to contested waters.

The lightweight and transportable nature of the ROGUE system is particularly valuable in the Indo-Pacific theater, where operations often span vast areas and require rapid adaptability. The ability to deploy these systems via standard military transport aircraft or amphibious ships ensures operational readiness in geographically challenging environments.

A Step Toward the Future of Warfare

The ROGUE missile launcher program underscores the Marine Corps’ emphasis on modernization and distributed lethality. It aligns with the Corps' Force Design 2030 initiative, which prioritizes smaller, mobile, and highly capable units for contested environments.

With this latest contract, Oshkosh Defense solidifies its position as a key partner in advancing the Marine Corps' mission capabilities. The ROGUE systems, with their cutting-edge technology and strategic adaptability, are poised to play a critical role in securing maritime dominance and supporting the U.S. military’s evolving operational needs in the Pacific.

This development marks another leap forward in transforming military capabilities to meet the challenges of tomorrow's battlefields.