The Radio Set, cataloged under National Stock Number 5820-00-893-0050, is classified within Federal Supply Class 5820 (Radio and Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne) of the Communication, Detection, and Coherent Radiation Equipment group. Government technical data includes 15 specifications, cited from the U.S. Government catalog. 1 additional reference document (drawings, advisory and superseded references) is recorded in the U.S. Government catalog. Current acquisition status: Active.
| Parameter | Value |
|---|---|
| NSN | 5820-00-893-0050 |
| Item Name | Radio Set |
| FSC / FSG | 5820 / 58 — Radio and Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne |
| Status | ACTIVE |
| FSC Application Data | RADIO,EXCEPT NAVIGATION NONAIRBO)NE |
| Accessory Identifying Number | RT-616/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND 400-5CU TYPE NO. AND CY-3161/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND C-3691/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND ASPRIL MODEL NO. AND CR4W MODEL NO. AND 400-51K TYPE NO. |
| DC Voltage Rating | 13.6 VOLTS NOMINAL FIRST ALTERNATE OPERATING POWER RQMT |
| DC Voltage Rating | 26.4 VOLTS NOMINAL SECOND ALTERNATE OPERATING POWER RQMT |
| Emission Type | F3 RECEIVING AND F3 TRANSMITTING |
| Joint Electronics Type Designation System Item Type Number | TYPE NO. AN/VRC-51 |
| Joint Electronics Type Designation System Item Name | RADIO SET |
| Receiver Frequency Rating | 132.0 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM AND 152.0 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM |
| Frequency Band Type and Quantity | 1 RECEIVING AND 1 TRANSMITTING |
| Accessory Controlling Agency | JETDS; COMMUNICATIONS CO,INC; JETDS; JETDS; ANTENNA SPECIALISTS CO; SHARE BROS; COMMUNICATIONS CO INC |
| Frequency Channel Type and Quantity | 1 RECEIVING AND 1 TRANSMITTING |
| Furnished Items | RECEIVER-TRANSMITTER; CONTROL AND VOLTAGE DISTRIBUTION SUB CHASSIS; CABINET,ELECTRICAL EQUIPMENT; CONTROL,POWER SUPPLY; ANTENNA ASSY; MICROPHONE; KIT,INSTALLATION HARDWARE |
| Transmitter Frequency Rating | 132.0 MEGAHERTZ MINIMUM AND 152.0 MEGAHERTZ MAXIMUM |
| Accessory Component Quantity | 7 |
| Maximum Power Dissipation Rating | 250.0 MILLIWATTS |
| Acquisition Status | ACTIVE |
| DEMIL Code | DEMIL C — Remove/Demil Key Points |
| Hazard | Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P) |
| Criticality Code | X |
| Reference | Meaning |
|---|---|
| ANVRC51 | 3/2 Design control — primary reference U.S. Government activity |
NSN 5820-00-893-0050 is a Radio Set, classified under FSC 5820, Radio and Television Communication Equipment, Except Airborne. Status: active.
Key specifications for 5820-00-893-0050: FSC Application Data: RADIO,EXCEPT NAVIGATION NONAIRBO)NE; Accessory Identifying Number: RT-616/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND 400-5CU TYPE NO. AND CY-3161/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND C-3691/VRC-51 TYPE NO. AND ASPRIL MODEL NO. AND CR4W MODEL NO. AND 400-51K TYPE NO.; DC Voltage Rating: 13.6 VOLTS NOMINAL FIRST ALTERNATE OPERATING POWER RQMT; DC Voltage Rating: 26.4 VOLTS NOMINAL SECOND ALTERNATE OPERATING POWER RQMT. 15 specifications are documented in the U.S. Government catalog.
Possible hazard — SDS may be required (DLA HMIC P). Hazard information on this page is shown exactly as it appears in the DLA record.
NSN 5820-00-893-0050 has DEMIL Code C. Demilitarization may be required before disposal or transfer to non-military entities.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-16.
U.S. Government catalog: edition PUBLOGDVD v12.0.0 (OCT 2026), edition date 2026-10-01, retrieved 2026-10-18.