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== History ==
 
== History ==

Revision as of 09:11, 31 January 2023


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History

The A290 was an Australian developed radar, possibly taken as a variant of the SC1. Entered service 1944-45, as an air search radar. Wholly Australian made including components. Despite being similar to the SC1, the shape and proportions differed as well as motor and spindles used. The SC1 had a 2-3deg inclination from vertical as well, the A290 was mounted vertical.

Used on

BAP/H

  • HMAS Australia
  • HMAS Hobart
  • HMAS Adelaide
  • HMAS Westralia
  • HMAS Kybra

BAP/M

  • Bathurst Class Corvettes

Part description

The part has a front view drawn. (For maximum distinction against other systems)

See also