The Avenger is an inexpensive, lightweight, shoot-on-the-move
short-range air defense system designed for rapid firing. The system requires a
minimum of training and has proven its capabilities through extensive field
usage.
Capabilities
Fires quickly and accurately, operating in a stand-alone configuration or
mounted on various other military vehicles
Carries eight Stingers in two four-missile launch pods ready for rapid
firing from a gyro-stabilized turret
Acquires targets either by direct vision using the head-up display optical
sight or by using a Forward Looking Infrared (FLIR) system
Versatility of Avenger system
C-130 aircraft transports three systems and their crews, while a C-141B
aircraft transports six
CH-47 or CH-53 helicopter can airlift two complete units
Delivery Schedule
In early 1990, Avenger received Department of the Army approval for
full-scale production
More than 1,100 Avengers are fielded to the U.S. Army, U.S. Marine Corps
and Army National Guard worldwide
The first of several international sales was executed in 1996
During the test and evaluation phase, the Avenger met or exceeded all test
requirements in both day and night testing.
