The AN/VDR-2 can perform ground radiological surveys in vehicles or in the dismounted mode by individual soldiers as a hand held instrument. The set can also provide a quantitative measure of radiation to decontaminate personnel, equipment, and supplies. Components of the Radiac Set include the Radiacmeter IM-243, Probe DT-616, and Pouch with strap. Installation kits are available as Common Table Allowances (CTA) items for installation of the Radiac Set in various military vehicles. The set includes an audible and/or visual alarm that is compatible with vehicular NBC protective systems in armored vehicles and also interfaces with vehicular power systems and intercoms.
KEY REQUIREMENTS
- Detects, measures and displays gamma dose rate from background to 100 Gy/hr
- Detects and displays beta particle radiation from background to 5 cGy/hr
- Measures, stores and displays accumulated dose from 0.01 uGy to 9.99 Gy
- Autoranging
- Built-in-Test (BIT)
- Settable Alarm
- Digital Readout
- Illuminated Display (Secure Lighting)
- Settable vehicular attenuation factor
Requirement Document: Revalidated QMR 1980
Basis of Issue: Replaces the IM-174 and AN/PDR-27
Production Deliveries Started: June 1988
First Unit Equipped: March 1989
Type Classified Standard: 1985
Unit Price: $636 (Hardware)
