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The AN/PRC-158 reduces the "size, weight, and power" (SWaP) burden on the individual soldier. By consolidating the power of two radios into one manpack, it streamlines the communication rack and increases the agility of the unit.
The radio can bridge different networks, acting as a gateway between disparate units on the battlefield. an+prc158+manual
Depending on the mission—be it Wideband Networking or narrowband Line-of-Sight (LOS)—the manual specifies different antenna ports (J5/J8) to optimize signal gain. Impact on Mission Success The AN/PRC-158 reduces the "size, weight, and power"
The unit is compatible with standard military batteries (like the BB-2590) but is significantly more power-efficient than its predecessors. The AN/PRC-158 reduces the "size