In a ruggedized package weighing less than two pounds, the PRC6809V serves defense, allied, and coalition forces globally. Based on the combat-proven AN/PRC-148 MBITR, the PRC6809V provides unprecedented interoperability with existing military and commercial legacy radio systems. In addition, with software upgradeability, future operation with the next generation of communications equipment is ensured. The multi-processor architecture of the PRC6809V creates a truly software based, handheld radio. The PRC-6909V can be utilized with the full set of system components for mounted and dismounted operations.