Volume 1
MIL-HDBK 162A
Section 1
15 December 1965
Operating Voltages and Power Requirements:
AN/MPQ-22
115 vac (2% regulation), 60 *2 cps, 3-ph, 12
kva (max)
FUNCTIONAL DESCRIPTION
Type of Presentation:
7-in. PPI and 3-in. J-scopes
Radar Set AN/MPQ-22 is a mobile, short-range radar
Duty Cycle: 0.0014
equipment converted from a Radio Set SCR584 for the
Pulse Repetition Rate: 853 and 1, 707 pps
accurate automatic tracking of artillery projectiles in
Pulse Width: 0.8 ;sec
range, azimuth and elevation. The data transmission
Accuracy of Maximum Range: 25 yd
system of the set transmits range, azimuth and height
Azimuth and Elevation Accuracy: 1 mil
synchro data of the projectile being tracked. The radar
Azimuth Coverage: 360 deg
set and an automatic 3-channel recorder, such as
Elevation Coverage: 175 mils below to 1,580
mils above horizontal
Azimuth Range Elevation Recorder RO-3/MPQ, form a
Altitude Coverage: 300 to 10,000 yd (10 yd)
system capable of accurately plotting the flight path or
trajectory of an artillery projectile.
INSTALLATION CONSIDERATIONS
RELATION TO SIMILAR EQUIPMENT
Siting: A comparatively level site is required for the trailer.
The site must be free from obstructions such as large
None.
buildings, hills, and towers in the immediate area and in
the direction to be searched.
TECHNICAL DESCRIPTION
Mounting: The equipment is mounted in a trailer.
Cabling Requirements: Related Equipment: Radar Set
Frequency: 2700 to 2900 mc
AN/MPQ-22 may be used with Azimuth Range Elevation
Range, Max: 70,000 yd
Recorder RO-3/MPQ.
Range, Min: 500 yd at large elevation angles;
1, 000 yd at small angles
Peak Power Output: 210 kw
PRINCIPAL COMPONENTS AND PHYSICAL DATA
COMPONENT
QTY
HEIGHT
WIDTH
DEPTH
UNIT WT.
(Inches)
(Inches)
(Inches)
Trailer K-78
1
124
96
234
10 tons
(Loaded)
Technical Manuals:
Note: Refer to instruction literature for complete list
TM 11-1324
of major components.
TM 11-1424
TM 11-1524
REFERENCE DATA AND LITERATURE
AN/MPQ-22: 2
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