Abandoned Duga-3 over-the-horizon radar system

Abandoned Duga-3 over-the-horizon radar system
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By: kjfitz @ 2009-03-24 16:52:08
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Description:This gigantic antenna system called Duga-3 is located near Prypiat in the Chernobyl area.

It was built in the 70's as an early missile detection system (over-the-horizon radar system). It was also called the Steel Yard hence its distinctive appearance. The antenna was deactivated in 1989.
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Location: Chernobyl, Ukraine (UA)
@ 51.30545300, 30.06571800
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