US to sell 720 Stinger systems to Egypt for $740 million

The US Department of State has approved the possible sale of 720 Stinger FIM-92 anti-aircraft missile systems to Egypt at an estimated cost of $740 million.

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This potential deal includes 720 Stinger FIM-92 units, spare parts, test equipment, contract engineering, and logistical and software support.

The Stinger FIM-92, developed by Raytheon for the US military, is a surface-to-air weapon for engaging air targets. Due to its compact and lightweight characteristics, weighing about 10 kilograms, this system can be carried by a single soldier.

An integrated infrared guidance system allows the missile to track and engage targets at distances of up to 4.8 kilometres and at altitudes of up to 3.8 kilometres in the air.

Source: DSCA