The Netherlands handed over VERA-NG radar stations to the AFU, which can track up to 200 targets at a distance of up to 400 km
The Netherlands said in 2023 that it would buy VERA-NG radar stations for Ukraine. It looks like they are already in Ukraine.
Here's What We Know
Dutch Defence Minister Kasja Ollongren has published a list of equipment transferred to Ukraine, which includes radars.
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- Kajsa Ollongren (@DefensieMin) February 23, 2024
VERA-NG is manufactured by ERA. One system consists of three radar receivers with 360-degree azimuth coverage. Such radar is capable of detecting air, land and sea targets. The range of operation is up to 400 km and accuracy is up to 20 metres. The claimed operating frequency range is from 88 MHz to 18 GHz. VERA-NG is capable of tracking up to 200 targets simultaneously. The radar operates in all weather conditions.
By the way, in total, the Netherlands was to transfer 4 such radar stations to Ukraine for the amount of 150,000,000 euros.
Source: @DefensieMin
