Here's Your First Look at the Army's Laser-Armed Infantry Squad Vehicle

The Army Multi-Purpose High Energy Laser (AMP-HEL) breaks cover.

A US Army M1301 Infantry Squad Vehicle equipped with a BlueHalo LOCUST Laser Weapon System at Fort Sill’s annual Fires Symposium in April 2025. (US Army photo)

Editor’s note: This post has been updated with comments and a new image from an Army spokesperson.

Behold the US Army’s laser buggy.

The service recently unveiled an M1301 Infantry Squad Vehicle (IS…