RT-278(A)/URC-10 Survival Radio
2017-03-06
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Comms, The Vietnam War
Also known as “RT-10” (Receiver/Transmitter 10). Used as survival radio by pilots and SOF operatives during the Vietnam War.
This radio has an extension cable for the BA-1387 Mercury battery, to keep it warm in cold conditions.
RT-278/URC-10 connected to BA-1387 Mercury battery
Pages about RT-278/URC-10 survival radio in the PS magazine (1966)
Battery:
BA-1387/U (FSN: 6135-889-1485)
Working Frequency: 243 MHz Only
Output Power: 200 mW
Manual: TM-11-5820-640-15
Stock Number Reference:
| Nomenclature |
FSN |
Assign Date |
| Receiver-Transmitter, Radio RT-278/URC-10 |
5820-858-5721 |
Unknown |
| Receiver-Transmitter, Radio RT-278A/URC-10 |
5820-777-7293 |
Unknown |
front
back
PTT buttons and tone switches
Antenna
Battery connectors: RT-278/URC-10 (left) and RT-278A/URC-10 (right)