Janes:
Thales has unveiled the latest member of its Ground Master air defence radar family. Drawing on technology from the larger Ground Master 200 and 400 radars, the Ground Master 60 multimission radar offers exceptional range in a fully mobile system that provides forces with a search on-the-move air picture capability.
Ground Master 60 is a self-contained radar system packaged with its own generator and air conditioning. The unit can be mounted on a variety of tactical vehicles, including 4x4s, allowing it to be moved around the battlefield. The system’s electronics are mounted on springs to dampen the effects of being driven over rough terrain.
At less than 4 tonnes weight, Ground Master 60 can also be positioned by helicopter, and the system can provide an air picture in about 10 minutes from being emplaced. Alternatively, the GM60 can be used in fixed roles, acting as a gap-filler, or perhaps to provide protection for larger fixed sites. Naturally the system can be fully networked into larger air defence systems.
GM60 employs a spinning AESA antenna rotating at 40rpm, which folds down flat for storage and transportation.
