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AN/APG-80

Description of the radar set, tactical-technical characteristics

Figure 1: AN/APG-80

Figure 1: AN/APG-80

Specifications
frequency: X-band
pulse repetition time (PRT):
pulse repetition frequency (PRF):
pulsewidth (τ):
receiving time:
dead time:
peak power:
average power:
instrumented range: 220 NM (≙ 410 km)
range resolution:
accuracy:
beamwidth:
hits per scan:
antenna rotation:
MTBCF:
MTTR:

AN/APG-80

AN/APG-80 is an airborne multimode radar using an active electronically scanned array (AESA) with around 1000 T/R Modules. The APG-80 is designed to search continuously for and track multiple targets within the forward hemisphere of the aircraft. As a result of increased operational flexibility, pilots will be able to simultaneously perform air-to-air search-and-track, air-to-ground targeting and aircraft terrain-following.

The development of the AN/APG-80 based on AN/APG-68 and is manufactured by Northrop Grumman. The Radar is intended for use in Lockheeds fighter F–16E/F. Northrop Grumman supplied its APG-80 AESA to the United Arab Emirates for its Block 60 F–16s.

ExampleRadar Cross-SectionRange
AA-missile0.0001 m²> 11 km
stealth fighter0.001 m²> 20 km
cruise missile0.1 m²> 62 km
classic fighter1.0 m²> 110 km
bomber5.0 m²> 165 km
passenger aircraft10.0 m²> 195 km

Table 1: Energetic ranges of target detection