What is the primary armament of the Avenger system?

The primary armament of the Avenger system is the FIM-92 Stinger missile. This system is specifically designed for short-range air defense and is equipped to engage and destroy enemy aircraft, particularly those that fly at low altitudes, such as helicopters and UAVs. The Stinger missile is a man-portable air defense system (MANPADS) that provides significant effectiveness against a variety of aerial threats, making it a critical component for the Avenger system’s role in protecting ground forces from air attacks.

While the AIM-9 Sidewinder, M61 Vulcan cannon, and AGM-114 Hellfire missile are all capable weapon systems, they are not the primary armament of the Avenger. The Sidewinder is generally used in air-to-air combat, the M61 Vulcan cannon is mounted on various aircraft, and the Hellfire missile is primarily employed in attack helicopters and UAVs for precision strikes against ground targets. Thus, the combination of the Avenger system's design and its operational requirements firmly establishes the Stinger missile as its primary weapon.