A290 Mk.I & Mk.II

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.

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)