The AN/PRC-160 HF/VHF Manpack Radio is a highly portable and reliable communication system designed for military use. It's designed to be used in a variety of environments, from deserts to jungles.
This radio is part of the AN/PRC-160 system, which is a family of radios that use advanced technology to provide secure and reliable communication. The AN/PRC-160 HF/VHF Manpack Radio is specifically designed for use by dismounted troops.
The radio has a range of up to 500 miles, making it ideal for use in areas where communication is limited. It's also highly resistant to interference and can operate in a variety of frequency bands.
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USMC Orders
The USMC has awarded a delivery order to L3Harris Technologies to supply additional AN/PRC-160 HF radios.
These radios will support the USMC's High-Frequency Radio II modernisation programme, replacing the USMC's legacy HF radios provided by L3Harris.
The AN/PRC-160 is designed to enable forces to conduct beyond-line-of-sight communications in a satellite-denied environment, providing high-speed and long-range HF communications.
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L3Harris claims that the AN/PRC-160 is the smallest, lightest and fastest wideband HF manpack available, providing ten times the throughput over legacy systems.
In October 2017, L3Harris was awarded a $765m contract to provide tactical radios to the navy and Marine Corps, covering the delivery of AN/PRC-152A, AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-160 wideband HF/VHF radios.
Key Benefits
The USMC has made a significant investment in a new communication system, and it's packed with features that make it a game-changer. It's the world's first and only Type 1 HF manpack that meets the new NSA crypto-modernization requirements.
This system is designed to provide secure communications among U.S., Coalition, and Partnership for Peace forces. It's also modern standard compliant, including 4G ALE, and offers robust HF connectivity across all echelons.
One of the standout features of this system is its ability to operate without any infrastructure, providing Beyond-Line-Of-Sight communications. It's also incredibly fast, with unmatched HF wideband data rates up to 10 times greater than existing radios.
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Here are some of the key benefits of this system:
- Needs no infrastructure to provide Beyond-Line-Of-Sight communications
- Unmatched HF wideband data rates, up to 10 times greater than existing radios
- Smallest, lightest, fastest wideband HF manpack available today
- Supports secure communications among U.S., Coalition, and Partnership for Peace forces
- Modern Standard Compliance to include 4G ALE
- Robust HF connectivity across all echelons
- Interoperable with over 135,000 Falcon radios currently in field
USMC Orders More An/PRP-160 HF Radios
The USMC has ordered more AN/PRC-160 HF radios from L3Harris Technologies. This is part of their High-Frequency Radio II modernization programme.
The AN/PRC-160 delivers the security and resilience the Marine Corps needs for its tactical radio modernization programmes. It provides high-speed, long-range HF communications that meet the Marine Corps' demanding programme of record requirements.
L3Harris claims that the radio is the smallest, lightest and fastest wideband HF manpack available, providing ten times the throughput over legacy systems. This makes it an ideal choice for the USMC's modernization efforts.
The AN/PRC-160 will replace the USMC's legacy HF radios provided by L3Harris. This upgrade will enable forces to conduct beyond-line-of-sight communications in a satellite-denied environment.
In 2017, L3Harris was awarded a $765m contract to provide tactical radios to the navy and Marine Corps. This five-year contract covers the delivery of AN/PRC-152A, AN/PRC-117G and AN/PRC-160 wideband HF/VHF radio.
Frequently Asked Questions
How many watts is a PRC-160?
The AN/PRC-160(V) provides 20 watts of HF power and 10 watts of VHF power. This allows for reliable communication in various frequency bands.
What is the nomenclature of an PRC-160?
The PRC-160 is designated as the 160th design of a portable two-way communications radio under the Joint Electronics Type Designation System (JETDS). It follows the standard naming convention used by the Department of Defense for electronic systems.
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