Ballistic Test Vehicles
Kratos integrates surplus military and commercial rockets for diverse trajectory needs in scientific tests. We ensure seamless integration of experiments, reducing costs and accelerating development.
Ballistic Missile Targets
As threat missile systems evolve, Kratos leads in flexible, affordable ballistic missile targets. Our targets emulate threats, providing crucial opportunities to test and evaluate defense technologies.
Aegis Readiness Assessment Vehicle (ARAV) Family
Kratos’ short- and medium-range ballistic missile (SRBM/MRBM) targets are highly tailorable, emulate various threats, feature advanced staging for trajectory flexibility, and have over 50 successful defense missions.
ARAV Type B
The ARAV Type B—a two-stage spin-stabilized system—uses a Terrier first stage and Oriole second stage, offering selectable events and optional thrust vector control.
ARAV Type C
The two-stage spin-stabilized ARAV Type C uses a Talos MK11 first stage and a Castor® IA second stage. Zeus motors provide systems that double performance.
The Castor trademark is a trademark of Northrop Grumman Systems Corporation (“Northrop Grumman”). Neither this trademark nor Northrop Grumman are affiliated with Kratos. Northrop Grumman does not endorse or sponsor Kratos or its products in any way.
ARAV Type TTO
The ARAV TTO, a three-stage spin-stabilized system with two Terriers and an Oriole, offers low apogee, impact dispersions, selectable payloads and nose tips, and thrust vector control.
Hypersonic Flight Vehicle
Terrier-Terrier-Oriole (TTO) Vehicle
The TTO is a three-stage spin-stabilized system with accurate direct-insertion and extended ballistic flight time at speeds exceeding Mach 8.
High Apogee Testing
Kratos offers various vehicle options for high-altitude scientific flights based on payload, apogee, and budget. Our flight-proven payload systems support de-spin, separation, attitude, and rate control.
Ballistic Test Vehicles
Kratos offers various vehicle options for high-altitude scientific flights based on payload, apogee, and budget. Our flight-proven payload systems support de-spin, separation, attitude, and rate control.
Ballistic Test Vehicles
Kratos integrates surplus military and commercial rockets for diverse trajectory needs in scientific tests. We help ensure seamless integration of experiments, reducing costs and accelerating development.
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