Meaning of manpack | Babel Free

Definitions

An object meant to be carried by a single person.

attributive, usually

Examples

“We decide⟳ to stop⟳ in Chemainus for lunch, so we tie up at the public wharf, set⟳ security, grab⟳ the manpacks, and stroll into the pretty little town... enjoying the stretch⟳.”

“The operating voltage for the manpack radio is 13.5 volts from the primary battery.”

“Modern tactical radios utilize a single receiver/transmitter for all manpack and vehicular configurations. Manpacks are limited to battery power and typically have⟳ a shorter transmission distance than the more powerful vehicular installations because of additional power amplifiers. Manpacks are typically employed in dismounted operations where vehicular systems are used in support⟳ of mounted or dismounted forces. Multiband manpack systems will generally shorten battery life quicker than single channel tactical radios, and perform⟳ better with stable or regulated power sources.”

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