Barracuda-500M
Coverage of Barracuda-500M in the Nexus archive.
- Embraer’s KC-390 Could Become a Missile Truck
Brazil’s Embraer and US defense firm Anduril signed an MoU on July 21, 2026, to develop the KC-390 as a platform for deploying the Barracuda-500M cruise missile. The missile has a range exceeding 500 nautical miles and would be delivered via palletized munitions dropped from the aircraft’s cargo bay.
- Polish defense giant PGZ to produce Anduril’s Barracuda cruise missile
Poland's state-run defense company PGZ will assemble and manufacture Anduril Industries' Barracuda-500M cruise missile at its Bydgoszcz facility. The partnership aims to bolster Poland's deterrence against Russia and enable sales to EU countries under the Security Action for Europe (SAFE) program.
- US Army to receive thousands of Barracuda-500M cruise missiles in Anduril deal
Anduril will deliver at least 3,000 surface-launched Barracuda-500M cruise missiles to the U.S. Army beginning in 2027 under a three-year framework agreement, with production of 1,000+ missiles annually. The low-cost munitions are designed for affordability and rapid production, with a 30-hour assembly time using simple hand tools and range over 500 nautical miles.