Originally posted by DeV
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Additional advantages that RBS 70 has over Stinger are its proximity fuse and shaped charge, pre-fragmented warhead. Raytheon stated in 2008 that a new fuse was to be developed for Stinger but I don't know if it's in service yet. We also have the option of using the new Bolide missile in our launchers which give even better AD performance and are designed for anti-armour use also (presumably not too effective against MBT's though).
I don't see any reason why we shouldn't have an IR MANPAD system to complement the RBS but off the top of my head NZ, Australia and the BA don't have any organic, infantry level AD systems. I'd much prefer a medium range missile system myself TBH!
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