The Stinger missile is a man-portable air defense system. This means that it is a lightweight, shoulder-launched weapon that can be rapidly deployed by ground troops. It can also be mounted on any vehicle.
Its supersonic speed, agility and highly precise guidance and control systems give the weapon an operational edge against cruise missiles and all classes of aircraft.
Weighing around 10 kg, it has a range of about 8 km and can target low-flying aircraft, helicopters and UAVs. It can hit targets flying up to an altitude of 11,000 feet. Recent upgrades mean it’s effective against smaller drones as well.
Its fast speed makes it a better choice than other similar weapons. Its length is 1.52 m and diameter is 7.62 cm.