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According to Northrop Grumman, the CBAD uses Bushmaster Chain Guns equipped with advanced ammunition to affordably counter the growing threat of massive air strikes. These threats are becoming more significant as adversaries increase the number, variety, and capabilities of their air weapons.
Future military conflicts are expected to involve larger-scale raids targeting previously secure bases and critical infrastructure. The CBAD system offers a scalable, cost-effective and sustainable defense against these massive air threats.
The CBAD system integrates sensors as well as effectors using battle-proven guns and an array of advanced ammunition. This comprehensive approach aims to protect against subsonic cruise missiles and UAVs from the beginning to the end of a military conflict.
Traditional long-range interceptor missiles have become less cost-effective as low-cost, expendable technologies are increasingly deployed in large quantities. In contrast, CBAD provides affordable multi-layered protection with a scalable manufacturing base and simplified logistics.
Northrop Grumman highlighted CBAD's strategic benefits, saying the advanced weapons system will help warfighters succeed in current and future battles with intelligent weapons designed to achieve favorable outcomes.
