[ARC5] Speaking of Scarce....

[Neil Barnett]

> There is a scarce 3rd-generation ATA available:
> 
> http://cgi.ebay.com/_W0QQitemZ200000339442
> 
> This run of ATA was built after AN/ARC-5 was in production, probably as
> replacements.  Note that the
> chassis has the "ARC-5" style loading coil door with
> screws, rather than the snap-slides of earlier runs.
> 
> 73 Dave S.

Interesting that the CW and AM power output ratings
are shown on the contract/manufacturer plate, and at
12W and 4W respectively they seem a little low for a
pair of 1625's at 550V B+.

Was this model or frequency range de-rated for some
reason?

73 de Neil ZL1ANM