Leonardo DRS to deliver additional Mission Equipment Packages for SGT Stout MSHORAD Stryker vehicles

Leonardo DRS to deliver additional Mission Equipment Packages for SGT Stout M-SHORAD Stryker vehicles.
On October 15, 2024, American Company Leonardo DRS, announced a new contract with General Dynamics Land Systems (GDLS) to deliver additional Mission Equipment Packages (MEP) for the SGT Stout Maneuver Short Range Air Defense (M-SHORAD) Stryker vehicles. Valued at over $77 million, this contract will see Leonardo DRS responsible for the assembly, integration, and testing of the MEP systems. The SGT Stout M-SHORAD is a cutting-edge air defense variant of the Stryker armored vehicle, designed to bolster the U.S. Army's capability to counter aerial threats. Equipped with the integrated MEP, this vehicle enables soldiers to detect, identify, track, and neutralize various airborne threats, including Group 3 unmanned aerial systems (UAS), rotary-wing (helicopters), and fixed-wing aircraft. The SGT Stout M-SHORAD is specifically tailored for maneuverable air defense, providing on-the-move protection for U.S. forces on the battlefield.
The SGT Stout M-SHORAD vehicle is equipped with a suite of advanced armaments specifically designed to counter various aerial threats. Mounted on the Stryker platform, the vehicle combines kinetic and electronic warfare systems, providing a versatile and comprehensive air defense solution. Its primary weapon is the 30mm XM914 Chain Gun, capable of engaging and destroying aerial targets such as drones, helicopters, and low-flying aircraft. The gun is also effective against lightly armored ground targets, offering a dual-purpose capability.