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U.S. Army broadens search for Stinger replacement as Lockheed and Raytheon develop competing designs

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The Army plans to test additional designs next year as it expands the competition to replace the FIM-92 Stinger. Lockheed Martin and Raytheon are already developing rival surface-to-air missile systems, creating a wider field for a requirement shaped by evolving battlefield air-defense demands.

Discovered 2026-08-27T10:13:21.684090-07:00 | 2026-08-27T10:13:21.684090-07:00

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  • The Army is broadening the competition beyond Lockheed Martin and Raytheon’s existing replacement efforts, with additional designs expected to undergo testing next year.
  • The expanded search signals an active modernization effort for a key short-range surface-to-air missile capability, with implications for defense suppliers competing for future production and procurement opportunities.

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