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