Facilitating Foreign Military Sales for the M139 Volcano System

The M139 Volcano System is a rapidly deployable anti-vehicular mine dispensing system that counters enemy mobility and provides strategic advantages in diverse operational scenarios. Mounted on a variety of platforms, the Volcano can quickly deploy scatterable mines to create obstacles that deny enemy movement and shape the terrain to meet mission objectives. With its ability to dispense 960 mines in a single mission, the Volcano System offers flexibility and effectiveness in terrain-shaping operations, making it a critical capability for both the U.S. Army and its international partners.

Beyond its technical capabilities, the M139 serves as a powerful tool for fostering global partnerships and advancing international defense collaboration. By enabling partner nations to acquire the Volcano, the U.S. strengthens their alliances, enhances interoperability and ensures that allied forces are equipped to address evolving security challenges. The Multi-National Volcano Demonstration, held at Fort Hood, Texas, from September 29 to October 3, 2025, exemplifies how the Volcano System is not only an asset but also a catalyst for building stronger, more resilient global defense network.

Read more about how the U.S. Army aims to build the capabilities of allies and partners with the M139 Volcano System.