Kuwait Seeks to Buy PAC-3 Missiles in Possible $4.2 Billion FMS Deal

The Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified U.S. Congress Jul. 20 of a possible Foreign Military Sale to the Government of Kuwait for 60 PATRIOT Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Missiles and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $4.2 billion. 


The Government of Kuwait has requested a possible sale of 60 PATRIOT Advanced Capability (PAC-3) Missiles, 4 PATRIOT radars, 4 PATRIOT Engagement Control Stations, 20 PATRIOT Launching Stations, 2 Information Coordination Centrals, 10 Electric Power Plants, communication and power equipment, personnel training and training equipment, spare and repair parts, facility design and construction, publications and technical documentation, U.S. Government and contractor technical and logistics personnel services and other related elements of program and logistics support. The estimated cost is $4.2 billion. 

This proposed sale will contribute to the foreign policy and national security of the United States by helping to improve the security of a friendly country which has been, and continues to be, an important force for political stability and economic progress in the Middle East. 


Kuwait will use the PAC-3 missiles and equipment to improve its missile defense capability, strengthen its homeland defense, and deter regional threats. The proposed sale of PAC-3 missiles and equipment will enhance Kuwait’s interoperability with the U.S. and its allies, making it a more valuable partner in an increasingly important area of the world. Kuwait, which already has PAC-3 in its inventory, will have no difficulty absorbing these additional missiles and equipment into its armed forces. 


The proposed sale of this equipment and support will not alter the basic military balance in the region.


The principal contractors will be Raytheon Corporation in Tewksbury, Massachusetts; and Lockheed Martin Missiles and Fire Control in Dallas, Texas. There are no known offset agreements proposed in connection with this potential sale. 

Implementation of this proposed sale will require the assignment of three contractor representatives to Kuwait on a temporary basis for program, technical support, and management oversight. 


There will be no adverse impact on U.S. defense readiness as a result of this proposed sale. 


This notice of a potential sale is required by law and does not mean the sale has been concluded.