# Anduril Targets Army Low-Cost Interceptor Program

Anduril unveiled Steelfin, a modular interceptor it says could cost roughly one-third as much as a Patriot PAC-3 MSE, and is competing for the U.S. Army’s Low Cost Interceptor program. The system may also be relevant to the Army’s Future Interceptor effort. Anduril anticipates full-rate production in late 2028 or early 2029 and says it may use outside providers for some rocket motors and final integration, creating potential supplier opportunities as the program advances.

- Companies supplying rocket motors or integration services can evaluate whether their capabilities align with Anduril’s stated plans to use outside providers.
- The cost comparison and modular design are relevant to contractors assessing competition for lower-cost missile defense systems; the signal does not identify a contract value or award decision.
- Anduril’s projected production timeframe is late 2028 or early 2029, providing a planning horizon for potential suppliers.

**Jurisdictions:** federal
**Industries:** Defense & Military
**Published:** October 12, 2026

### Government Entities
- U.S. Army (Army)

### Vendors
- Anduril (bidder)
- Lockheed Martin (bidder)

### Key Quotes
> We’ve intentionally designed the Steelfin configuration with a modular mounting, so we can take in new providers as well as utilize our integrated and internal rocket motor systems.
> — Steve Milano, Senior Director of Missiles, Anduril

### Sources
- [Anduril unveils Steelfin interceptor as cheaper option to PAC-3 missiles - Breaking Defense](https://breakingdefense.com/2026/10/anduril-unveils-steelfin-interceptor-as-cheaper-option-to-pac-3-missiles) - Breaking Defense