A modern infantry radio operator standing or kneeling - backpack tactical radio, antenna up, handset to ear, free hand on the rifle sling. Period: Modern war, 1990-present.
The patrol RTO (radio-telephone operator) carries the platoon's voice net - typically Harris/L3 PRC-117/152 family. Stays close to the patrol leader; the antenna marks him as a priority target.
Painting tips
- Uniform: MultiCam/OCP.
- Radio body: matte dark earth or black.
- Antenna: matte black with reflective tape at tip.
- Handset: matte dark grey with bare-metal switch.
Historical sources & further reading
- NATO tactical radio doctrine
- Harris/L3 PRC-series references
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