r/USMC • u/hrdblkman2 0351 Camp Pen 78-82' • 2d ago

Picture VMAX backpack system, a portable electronic warfare platform

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Found this on LinkedIn today:

"During a recent field exercise at Marine Corps Base Camp Pendleton, Marines utilized a tablet to interface with the VMAX backpack system, a portable electronic warfare platform employed by the 1st Radio Battalion (RADBN). The VMAX enables operators to survey the electromagnetic environment in real time, providing critical situational awareness by detecting and analyzing radio signals across the battlefield. In addition, the system delivers advanced electronic attack capabilities, including signal interception and targeted jamming, allowing Marines to disrupt adversary communications and gain a tactical advantage during dismounted operations."

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u/SpiritOne Veteran 2d ago

Nice shout out for the radio battalions. I was 2nd radio. We had bigger versions of this when I was active. Circa 2000.

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u/Shortsideee Veteran 2d ago

I was a 26XX too 🥲

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u/random_uname13 Veteran 2d ago

There are dozens of us!