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flag US defense firms are rushing to produce cheaper, mass-producible missiles to avoid running out during a China conflict.

flag US defense firms like Anduril, Mach Industries, and Castilian are developing cheaper, mass-producible missiles to counter concerns that current precision munition stocks could be exhausted in days during a conflict with China. flag War simulations suggest US long-range missile supplies could deplete in under a week, prompting a shift toward simpler, scalable designs. flag Anduril’s Barracuda missile will begin production in January 2026 at a rate of 2,000 units per shift, while Mach’s Viper missile costs under $100,000 each. flag Castilian’s Blackbeard hypersonic missile is set for fielding in 2027. flag These efforts aim to overcome industrial bottlenecks by prioritizing affordability, rapid production, and software-based upgrades.

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