The U.S. Department of State has approved the sale to Morocco of 2,400 anti-tank guided missiles and more than 6,000 bombs for its F-16 aircraft at an estimated cost of $985 million.
The government of Morocco requested the sale of 2,401 TOW 2A missiles (BGM-71-4B-RF) along with 28 “Fly-to-Buy” missiles for lot acceptance testing. The TOW Improved Target Acquisition System is an upgraded fire control subsystem that increases target detection, acquisition, recognition and engagement ranges.
The proposed sale of the TOW 2A Missiles and TOW Launchers will advance Morocco’s efforts to develop an integrated ground defense capability effort to maintain stability in the volatile region.
