Function: Laser rangefinder for target acquisition.







Description: The AN/GVS-5 is a lightweight, hand-held, binocular-like laser rangefinder used for observation and target acquisition. It contains a panel assembly, optical assembly, and laser transmitter module. It can use either battery or vehicle power (using an adapter cable). The rangefinder provides the operator with the capability to accurately determine range to targets. The AN/GVS-5's special features include: 7 x 15 sighting optics, a multiple target indicator, and minimum range adjustment. The rangefinder can take one ranging per second. It can take approximately 100 rangings before requiring a new battery.







Background: This system was procured to provide the user a means of verifying the location of targets to be engaged by air or ground fire support means. The rangefinder can also assist in the adjustment of rounds on the target by aiding in the determination of the impact of the rounds in relation to the targets. The system is fully operational in the Fleet Marine Force.







General Characteristics, Laser Rangefinder AN/GVS-5





Manufacturer:

Radio Corporation and various vendors







Length:

9 inches (22.86 centimeters)







Width:

8 inches (20.32 centimeters)







Height:

4 inches (10.16 centimeters)







Weight:

5 pounds (2.27 kilograms) with battery







Emission Wave Length:

1.06 microns







Beam Divergence:

1 milliradian













Range Measurements Limits:

200 - 9,990 meters







Range Error:

+ or - 10 meters







Power Requirements:

24 volts







Eye Safe Range (Unattenuated):

1,100 meters







Safe Attenuated Ranges (For Training):

120 and 20 meters (using different filters)







Unit Replacement Cost:

$5,370