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The radar system is used for the detection and indication of low and very low altitude air targets, including airplanes and helicopters. Through its friend or foe identification (IFF) feature, radar can identify hostile or friendly targets and presents them on a circular observation indicator.
The radar system consists of three main subsystems:
- radar enclosure;
- radar processor;
- radar console.
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Radar Processor |
Radar Console |
The radar system transmits an X-band RF radio frequency signal for target detection and a L-band RF for IFF target identification.
Radar Operating Modes are:
- SR (Short Range) mode - used to detect the target in the range of 1.2-17 km, with a scan speed of 57 rpm;
- MR (Maximum Range) mode - used to detect the target in the range of 1.2-28 km, with a scan speed of 38 rpm;
- HCR (High Clutter Rejection) module - works in difficult environmental conditions and detects in the range of 1,2-17 km with a speed of 38 rpm.