U.S. to Supply Hundreds of Surface-to-Air Stinger Missiles to NATO Countries
Raytheon and Lockheed Martin will deliver 940 missiles for an estimated cost of $780 million
Eyal Boguslavsky
| 30/12/2023
U.S. Marine Corps/Cover Images via Reuters Connect
The U.S. State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) of 940 FIM-92K Stinger surface-to-air missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $780 million. The prime contractors will be American Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.
The FIM-92K Stinger Block I is an advanced variant of the renowned Stinger man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS). Equipped with a passive infrared seeker and an enhanced propulsion system, the FIM-92K variant offers improved target acquisition, tracking, and engagement capabilities compared to its predecessors. Its versatility allows it to be deployed in a range of environments, from ground-based units to vehicle and aircraft-mounted platforms, enhancing its tactical utility in diverse combat scenarios.
Regarding technical specifications, the Stinger Block I variant boasts several upgrades, including increased range and speed, as well as a more sophisticated guidance system. These enhancements bolster the missile's ability to intercept fast-moving and low-flying targets, such as aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Moreover, the integration of modern electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM) increases its resilience against electronic warfare tactics.
Raytheon and Lockheed Martin will deliver 940 missiles for an estimated cost of $780 million
U.S. Marine Corps/Cover Images via Reuters Connect
The U.S. State Department approved a possible Foreign Military Sale to the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA) of 940 FIM-92K Stinger surface-to-air missiles and related equipment for an estimated cost of $780 million. The prime contractors will be American Raytheon and Lockheed Martin.
The FIM-92K Stinger Block I is an advanced variant of the renowned Stinger man-portable air-defense system (MANPADS). Equipped with a passive infrared seeker and an enhanced propulsion system, the FIM-92K variant offers improved target acquisition, tracking, and engagement capabilities compared to its predecessors. Its versatility allows it to be deployed in a range of environments, from ground-based units to vehicle and aircraft-mounted platforms, enhancing its tactical utility in diverse combat scenarios.
Regarding technical specifications, the Stinger Block I variant boasts several upgrades, including increased range and speed, as well as a more sophisticated guidance system. These enhancements bolster the missile's ability to intercept fast-moving and low-flying targets, such as aircraft, helicopters, and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Moreover, the integration of modern electronic counter-countermeasures (ECCM) increases its resilience against electronic warfare tactics.
