target acquisition radars

Definition/Scope: An air defense radar which acquires target information of sufficient accuracy to enable engagement by air defense firing elements.

Used For:

acquisition radar
acquisition, tracking and pointing radar
ATP

Broader Terms:

air defense radars

Narrower Terms:

AN/MPQ-64 Sentinel
Clam Shell
Dog Ear
EL/M-2106
Enhanced AN/TPQ-36
Flap Lid
Flat Face
high powered illuminator radar
Land Roll
low altitude aircraft detection system
MPDR 12
MPDR 16
Slot Rest
Snow Drift
Squat Eye
Squint Eye
Type 571

Related Terms:

air search radar
forward observer
target acquisition