 CIA illustration of a P-8 | |
| Country of origin |  Soviet Union |
|---|---|
| Introduced | 1950 |
| Type | Early Warning Ground Control |
| Frequency | VHF |
| Range | 150-250 km |
| Altitude | 8-10 km |
| Azimuth | 360 degrees |
| Elevation | 24 degrees |
| Precision | <2.5 km range |
| Power | 70-75 kW |
The "Pegmantit 8" or P-8 (also referred to by the NATO reporting name "Knife Rest A" in the west) was an early 2D VHF radar developed and operated by the former Soviet Union.