SRCTec Wins U.S. Army Contract for AN/TPQ-50 LCMR Systems

The AN/TPQ-50 radar provides track-while-scan capabilities that allow for simultaneous detection and tracking of multiple threats fired from separate locations By Abi Wylie / 12 Feb 2024

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The U.S. Army has awarded SRCTec, LLC $99.95M for AN/TPQ-50 exportable lightweight counterfire radar (LCMR) systems, spares and repair parts.

SRCTec is a wholly-owned subsidiary of SRC, Inc., and reports that the work will be completed over five years. 

The AN/TPQ-50 radar provides track-while-scan capabilities that allow for simultaneous detection and tracking of multiple threats fired from separate locations. The radar also provides point of origin calculation for a precise response. The contract from the Army supports upgrades for the AN/TPQ-50 radar, including survivability improvements from existing and emerging threats.

The SRC enterprise brings more than 65 years of research and development expertise in radars and sensors to this effort.

SRC, Inc.  a not-for-profit research and development company, combines information, science, technology and ingenuity to solve “impossible” problems in the areas of defense, environment and intelligence. 

Across a family of companies, SRC applies bright minds, fresh thinking and relentless determination to deliver innovative products and services that are redefining possible for the challenges faced by America and its allies.

“We are proud to work with the U.S. Army to provide innovative, lifesaving solutions for the challenges that our warfighters face,” said Tony Stewart, general manager of SRCTec. “Our work on this contract will help the Army successfully complete missions and keep our soldiers safe.”

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