Dec 25, 2010 · The PRT-4 and PRR-9 worked together as an attempt at a simple, lightweight Squad radio, albeit one-way. First fielded in Vietnam by the U.S. Army in March 1967, the idea was to extend an infantry platoon and/or squad leaders’ command and control beyond verbal, hand signals and personal contact communications.

Feb 27, 2001 · The PRR-9 (XE-2) uses a couple of ICs instead of discrete parts and uses the 3 Volt BA-4534/U instead of the BA-505/U. The (XE-9) version adds squelch. The antenna is 18" long.

This genuine set of 2 Vietnam War Era issue AN/PRR-9 radio receivers is offered in very good condition. They have not been tested for functionality but appear complete and undamaged. These receivers were intended to work with the PRT-4 squad radio transmitter.

The battery powered PRR-9 helmet mounted receiver was used in conjunction with the PRT-4 handheld transmitter as a ‘walkie-talkie’ type radio. After successful testing, PRT/4 – PRR/9 sets were first sent to Vietnam in March 1967.

Jan 28, 2020 · Im finding a lot of info saying that the PRT-4 and PRR-9 were tested before being issued and thought to be a great radio. But then when it got to the field it didnt do so hot. Short lifespan, but for some reason we kept refurbishing them and I …

Jun 27, 2021 · The AN/PRT-4 and AN/PRR-9 worked together as an attempt at a simple, lightweight Squad radio, albeit one-way. First fielded in Vietnam by the U.S. Army in March 1967, the idea was to extend an infantry platoon and/or squad leaders’ command and control beyond verbal, hand signals and personal contact communications.

Nov 17, 2015 · PFC Ernie L Hixwick, Pointman, A Co. 1st Bn. 22nd Inf. 4th Inf Div, with the new, lightweight PRR-9 Helmet radio receiver. He also carries a XM148 experimental 40 mm grenade launcher.

Dec 12, 2016 · Distribution of the Lightweight Radio Transmitter AN/PRT-4 and Radio Reciever AN/PRR-9 (Squad Radio Sets) Within the Rifle Company, Infantry Battallion, Infantry Battalion (Mech) and Airborne Infantry Battalion

PRT-4 - PRR-9 Squad Radio The AN/PRR-9, AN/PRT-4 squad radio was evaluated by the Army Concept Team in Vietnam, in conjunction with other agencies, to determine its suitability for use in Vietnam.

The PRR-9 and PRT-4 were developed before the military made the decision to employ CTCSS (150 Hz tone). Later they developed the PRT-4A and PRR-9A with tone (actually, PRR-9A is not correct as that unit was only experimental, but I'm going to use it as a shortcut).