Loose print of Technical Manual detailing general information, operating instructions and operator servicing of VHF Radio PRC-F500 (C).radio prc f500

RAAF

Equipment used by the RegimentManpack portable HF transmitter/receiver consisting of two main units mounted in webbing pouches (worn in place of 1937 pattern infantry basic pouches). Crystal controlled radio for use in areas where VHF radio not viable, eg jungle. Operating range 3 to 5 miles The radio and all equipment comes in a wooden transit caseTransmitter No 885, Receiver No 885 radio, manpack, awa, 510

Developed in 1950's for infantry use. Was replaced by PRC25 setA VHF manpack radio which can be connected to an amplifier (AM598-4) and be vehicle mountedNo 23260radio, prc10

Primary infantry set used in Vietnam until replaced by PRC 77. Could be coupled with an AM 2060/VRC and be vehicle mountedVHF Manpack radio Frequency range 30-75.95 MHz Operating range 8 kmNo 9897radio, vietnam, d'atri