RDR-50X
Description of the radar set, tactical-technical characteristics

Figure 1: RDR-50X
Specifications | |
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frequency: | X-Band |
pulse repetition time (PRT): | |
pulse repetition frequency (PRF): | 500 … 5000 Hz |
pulsewidth (τ): | 0.2 … 2 µs |
receiving time: | |
dead time: | |
peak power: | 28 kW |
average power: | |
instrumented range: | 100 NM (≙ 180 km) |
range resolution: | |
accuracy: | ± 0.1° |
beamwidth: | ≤ 1.1° |
hits per scan: | |
antenna rotation: | 0 … 4 rpm |
MTBCF: | |
MTTR: |
RDR-50X
RDR-50X is a short to medium-range precipitation radar operating in the X-Band for local severe weather warnings.
The antenna is 6 feet (≙2 m) in diameter and uses only linear horizontal polarization. The transmitter uses a magnetron.
Despite its low price, the radar failed to gain market acceptance.