Radio Distress Beacon (EPIRB), 1980s

Made:
1984-1986 in Kingston upon Hull
SMG00155142 SMG00155142

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SMG00155142
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EPIRB radio distress beacon transmitting on SARSAT satellite frequencies (121.5 or 243 megahertz), one of three, Locat LDT 31, marked with operating instructions.

Details

Category:
Space Technology
Object Number:
1986-1420/2
Materials:
plastic, string, metal and paper
Measurements:
overall: 110 mm x 390 mm x 90 mm, , .635kg
type:
radio distress beacon