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HWR-2

Country of Origin: Britain

The HWR-2 is a hand-held radar intercept for use on helicopters and small patrol craft where space and cost concerns prevent the installation of more complex electronic warfare equipment.

The equipment normally is hand-held by a pistol-grip handle, although it can be hard-mounted if desired. Pulsed radar emissions in the E through I (2 to 11 GHz) bands can be detected. The radar presence and characteristics are indicated aurally through a headset. The operator can determine the...

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