Furuno FAR 2228 X-Band Marine Radar Complete Set

FURUNO FAR 2228 X-Band Marine Radar Complete Set (25 kW)

The FURUNO FAR 2228 is a 25 kW X-Band marine radar engineered for commercial vessels, deep-sea merchant fleets, workboats, and high-speed craft operating under SOLAS Category 2 requirements (500 to 10,000 GT). Delivering high target discrimination through its refined transceiver architecture and Automatic Clutter Elimination (ACE) signal processing, the FAR-2228 detects small targets, navigation buoys, and vessel traffic in heavy sea states and precipitation.

Fully integrated turn-key station, the FAR-2228 system interfaces with bridge network backbones via dual IEC 61162-450 Ethernet channels and dedicated IEC 61162-1/2 serial ports for ECDIS, VDR, GPS, and Gyrocompass integration.

Technical Details

Technical Features

1. 25 kW High-Output Magnetron Transceiver: Delivers pulse transmission power across 9410 MHz ±30 MHz, allowing target detection out to 96 nautical miles while maintaining a 22-meter minimum range.
2. Automatic Clutter Elimination (ACE): Digital signal processing technology that automatically balances sea anti-clutter, rain clutter attenuation, and receiver gain per sweep.
3. Fast Target Tracking™ (TT/ARPA): Acquires and vector-stabilizes up to 100 targets simultaneously in auto or manual mode within 24–32 NM, outputting real-time Course Over Ground (COG) and Speed Over Ground (SOG).
4. IEC 61162-450 Ethernet Backbone: Direct dual-channel industrial Ethernet interfaces for high-speed digital radar image transfer to ECDIS (FMD-3100/3200/3300), Voyage Data Recorders (VR-7000), and integrated bridge consoles.
5. Refined Gearbox with DC Brushless Motor: Aerodynamically optimized casting with an integrated transceiver core, reducing maintenance downtime, brush wear, and wind load resistance in up to 100-knot winds.

Applications

• Commercial Cargo & Tanker Fleets: Primary SOLAS Category 2 radar installations for vessels between 500 GT and 10,000 GT.
• Offshore Support & Workboats: High-power long-range tracking, collision avoidance, and crew boat navigation in crowded offshore platform fields.
• High-Speed Craft (HSC): Configurable with a 42 rpm high-speed gearbox to ensure fast refresh rates on fast ferries and patrol vessels.
• Retrofit Replacements: Direct replacement path for legacy Furuno FAR-2127 / FAR-2827 series utilizing existing cabling runs and LAN converter modules.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the difference between the FURUNO FAR-2228 and the FAR-2228-NXT?

The standard FAR-2228 utilizes a 25 kW pulsed magnetron transceiver operating at 9410 MHz. The FAR-2228-NXT utilizes a 600 W solid-state power amplifier module that does not require periodic magnetron replacement and provides instant pre-heating.

Can the FAR-2228 be installed as a Black Box (BB) version?

Yes. The FAR-2228-BB configuration includes the RPU-025 processor unit, control keyboard, and transceiver scanner, allowing shipyards and shipowners to connect any certified third-party marine-grade DVI/SXGA display monitor.

Is this system type-approved for SOLAS vessels?

Yes. The FURUNO FAR-2228 carries full MED Wheelmark and USCG type approvals meeting IMO Resolution MSC.192(79) for Class 2 ships (500 to 10,000 gross tonnage).

What sensors are required for complete ARPA/TT and AIS radar operation?

To operate target tracking and AIS data overlays in compliance with classification society rules, the processor requires inputs from an approved Gyrocompass/Heading Sensor (THS/HDT sentences via IEC 61162-2), Speed Log (VBW/VHW via IEC 61162-1), and GNSS Receiver (GGA/GLL/RMC sentences).

Can existing cables from older FAR-2127 radars be reused?

Yes. Retrofit kits and optional signal converter modules allow utilizing the existing antenna cabling and inter-unit connections of older Furuno FAR-2xx7 series systems, saving time and dry-dock labor costs.