M-SHORAD
Maneuver Short-Range Air Defense system mounted on Stryker vehicles, providing mobile air defense with 30mm cannon, Stinger missiles, and radar.
System Overview
What It Is
M-SHORAD (Maneuver Short-Range Air Defense), also known as SGT STOUT, is a Stryker-mounted air defense system that provides organic protection for Army brigade combat teams against drones, helicopters, and low-flying aircraft.
How It Works
The system integrates a 30mm cannon, Stinger missiles, and multi-mission radar on a Stryker vehicle. It can detect, track, and engage threats while stationary or on the move, providing continuous protection for maneuver units.
Primary Capability
Mobile short-range air defense against UAS, rotary-wing, and fixed-wing threats for maneuver forces.
Combat Record / Operational History
Fielded to US Army units in Europe for NATO air defense.
Overview
M-SHORAD restores organic short-range air defense capability to Army maneuver units, addressing gaps identified during operations against adversaries with UAS and rotary-wing threats.
Significance
The system represents the Army return to mobile air defense after decades of focusing on fixed-site protection.
Technical Specifications
- 30mm XM914 Bushmaster chain gun
- Stinger missile launcher
- Multi-mission hemisphere radar
- Stryker A1 vehicle platform
- On-the-move engagement capability
Range
4+ km (Stinger)
Compatible Platforms
Deployed By
Key Features
- On-the-move engagement
- Multiple weapon systems
- Organic to BCT
- Day/night capability
Advantages
- Mobile protection for maneuver forces
- Multiple engagement options
- Familiar Stryker platform
- Networked air defense
Limitations
- Limited missile loadout
- Single vehicle crew workload
- Logistics for multiple munitions