Description
Detail view of the forward superstructure of the Spanish guided missile frigate SPS Victoria (F 82) as she takes on fuel from a hose from the tanker HMAS Westralia (AO195) (ex RFA Appleleaf ex Hudson Cavalier). At centre left is the antenna for a Signaal STING fire control radar. The radar antenna on the mainmast is for RAN 30L/X fire control radar for the Meroka close in anti-missile system. On the foremast is an antenna for a Raytheon SPS-49(V)5 air search radar. The prominent dome covers the antenna for the RCA MK 92 fire control radar for the ships Standard SM-1 MR guided missile system. The small antenna on the front of the superstructure is for a Raytheon SPS-67 navigation radar.
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Accession Number
AWM2021.277.1.152.1
Maker
Lieutenant Commander Paul John Webb
Classification
Photograph
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This item has been digitised with funding provided by Commonwealth Government.
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