[WAD] Possible sensor bug (build 1.08 1728.2).

[foxid259]

Hi everyone,
I’ve encountered a recurring issue with the 48Ya-K1 radar (unit #3431) in Command Modern Operations that may indicate a bug or misconfigured sensor behavior.

Problem description:
The radar fails to detect any aircraft flying above 33,500 feet — even when they pass directly overhead. This was discovered while testing a custom scenario with four different aircraft, each having distinct radar cross-section (RCS) values. All aircraft were flying at the same altitude (above 33,500 ft), and none were detected by the 48Ya-K1.

Steps to reproduce:
1. Launch a custom test scenario with four aircraft of varying RCS.
2. Set all aircraft to fly at altitudes above 33,500 ft.
3. Position radar 48Ya-K1 directly beneath their flight path.
4. Observe that no detections occur, even with direct overflight.

Expected behavior:
The radar should detect aircraft within its coverage zone, especially during direct overflight, regardless of altitude (within technical limits) or RCS.

Actual behavior:
No aircraft are detected above 33,500 ft. This creates a critical blind spot in air defense coverage.

Additional notes:
• Game version: 1.08 Build 1728.2
• Platform: Steam
• Scenario: Custom test setup (no mods)
• Issue history: The bug may have existed in earlier builds — it was discovered by chance.
• Other radars: Radars operating in the E/F bands detect the same aircraft at high altitudes without issue.
• Terrain settings: The issue persists regardless of whether Effects of Terrain Type or Effects of Terrain Type - ADVANCED are enabled or disabled — these settings have no impact on the radar’s behavior in this case.

Suggestion:
Please review the configuration of the 48Ya-K1 radar, especially:
• Maximum detection altitude
• Frequency band behavior
• Beam pattern and elevation limits
• Sensor model logic for high-altitude RCS handling
Happy to provide logs, scenario files, or further testing if needed. Thanks in advance for looking into this!

[BDukes]

Book value is max altitude is 10km which is 32808.4 ft. You do see these systems deployed with other high altitude systems.

M

[foxid259]

Book value is max altitude is 10km which is 32808.4 ft. You do see these systems deployed with other high altitude systems.

M

Do you mean that the maximum target detection altitude is 10 km?
I'm a little embarrassed not to know the technical specifications...

In that case, the question is closed.

[Blast33]

See it as a radar especcially developed for low altitude detection.