Difference between revisions of "A290 Mk.I & Mk.II"
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== History == | == History == | ||
| − | The A290 was an Australian developed radar, possibly taken as a variant of the SC1. Entered service 1944-45, as an air search radar. Wholly Australian made including components. Despite being similar to the SC1, the shape and proportions differed as well as motor and spindles used. The SC1 had a 2-3deg inclination from vertical as well, the A290 was mounted vertical. | + | The A290 was an Australian developed radar, possibly taken as a variant of the SC1. Entered service 1944-45, as an air search radar with surface search capability. Wholly Australian made, including components. Despite being similar to the SC1, the shape and proportions differed as well as motor and spindles used. The SC1 had a 2-3deg inclination from vertical as well, the A290 was mounted vertical. |
== Used on == | == Used on == | ||
Revision as of 09:13, 31 January 2023
Contents
History
The A290 was an Australian developed radar, possibly taken as a variant of the SC1. Entered service 1944-45, as an air search radar with surface search capability. Wholly Australian made, including components. Despite being similar to the SC1, the shape and proportions differed as well as motor and spindles used. The SC1 had a 2-3deg inclination from vertical as well, the A290 was mounted vertical.
Used on
BAP/H
- HMAS Australia
- HMAS Hobart
- HMAS Adelaide
- HMAS Westralia
- HMAS Kybra
BAP/M
- Bathurst Class Corvettes
Part description
The part has a front view drawn. (For maximum distinction against other systems)
