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Patriot® GEM-T: Combat-Proven, Built Through European Partnerships.


Raytheon’s Patriot® Advanced Capability-2 (PAC-2) Guidance Enhanced Missile-Tactical (GEM-T) is a primary effector for the combat-proven Patriot air and missile defense system.

Propelled by the largest single-stage, all-boost solid‑propellant rocket motor in its class, GEM‑T combines high missile speed with shorter engagement timelines—an advantage that outpaces and outmaneuvers evasive threats. GEM-T offers proven ability to defend against tactical ballistic missiles, cruise missiles or enemy aircraft in complement to the PAC-3 missile, another Patriot interceptor.


Raytheon is expanding Patriot GEM-T interceptor production through European partnerships and major international contracts to meet rising demand for combat-proven air and missile defense (Picture Source: RTX)

An obsolescence modernization program has introduced significant performance improvements against tactical ballistic missiles, small airborne threats and cruise missiles.

GEM‑T delivers the precision and proven performance designed to meet critical mission demands. Continuous technical refresh efforts enable ongoing product maturity, offering unmatched reliability today and growth opportunities for tomorrow. These modernization efforts ensure GEM‑T remains ahead of emerging threats and aligned with dynamic operational demands.



With hundreds of combat intercepts, GEM-T has demonstrated accuracy and reliability on the battlefield. This record of success has spurred a spike in global demand -- two recent contracts for Patriot highlight that momentum:

• In September, Raytheon was awarded a $627 million contract in partnership with the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) to supply Germany with additional GEM-T missiles
• Raytheon recently signed a $3.7 billion contract to supply Patriot GEM-T interceptors for Ukraine
• In June, Raytheon was awarded a $988 million contract to supply GEM-T missiles to Poland

“These awards highlight how our international partnerships are strengthening global security. By increasing production capacity and building resilient supply chains through industry partnerships, we’re ensuring Patriot remains ready to defend our allies against the full spectrum of modern threats.”- Pete Bata, Raytheon Senior Vice President, Global Patriot.

Today Patriot serves as the backbone of air defense for nine European countries – and 19 nations worldwide – thanks to its decades-long record in combat, where it has proven its ability to counter cruise missiles, tactical ballistic missiles and advanced air-breathing threats. Raytheon continues to meet increased global demand for GEM-T with higher production capacity, a growing global footprint, and continued investment in product modernization.


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