---
title: "3: MCC 272 MNC 17"
mcc: "272"
mnc: "17"
plmn: "27217"
brand: "3"
operator: "Hutchison 3G Ireland limited"
country: "Ireland"
country_iso: "IE"
region: "Europe"
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_17"
---

# 3: MCC 272, MNC 17 (Ireland)

**3** (operator: Hutchison 3G Ireland limited) is a mobile network in [Ireland](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/ireland.md) (Europe), identified by MCC **272** and MNC **17**: PLMN ID 27217, also written 272-17 or 272 17.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 272 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 17 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 27217 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | 3 |
| Operator | Hutchison 3G Ireland limited |
| Country | Ireland (IE) |
| Region | Europe |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | — |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

No bands on file for this network.

## Voice & calling services

| Service | Status | Source |
|---|---|---|
| VoLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoWiFi | Unknown | — |
| ViLTE | Unknown | — |
| VoNR | Unknown | — |

A service not marked Supported or Not supported is unknown: no data either way, not a sign that the network lacks it.

## About 3

Hutchison 3G Ireland Limited, operating under the brand "3" in Ireland, is a mobile network operator providing telecommunications services across the country. As part of the wider Hutchison 3G global network, "3 Ireland" utilizes advanced technologies to deliver voice, data, and multimedia services to its subscribers. In the context of mobile network identification, the network is characterized by its Mobile Country Code (MCC) of 272, representing Ireland, and its Mobile Network Code (MNC) of 17. This unique combination, 272 17, is crucial for mobile devices to correctly identify and connect to the "3 Ireland" network. The network competes with other major players in the Irish market, such as Vodafone Ireland and eir, offering a range of plans and services to cater to diverse customer needs.

Like other European "3" networks, "3 Ireland" has historically been associated with innovative mobile data offerings, pushing the boundaries of mobile internet access and data usage. While specific details of network infrastructure and coverage maps require verification from official sources, "3 Ireland" aims to provide reliable connectivity throughout Ireland, including major urban centers and rural areas. It's worth noting that mobile network performance can vary based on location, network congestion, and device capabilities. Contributions from users regarding their experiences in specific areas of Ireland are encouraged to help build a more complete picture of network coverage and performance.

## Other networks in Ireland

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 272 | 01 | [Vodafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_01.md) | IRLEC |
| 272 | 02 | [3](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_02.md) | IRLDF |
| 272 | 03 | [Eir](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_03.md) | IRLME |
| 272 | 04 | [Access Telecom](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_04.md) | — |
| 272 | 05 | [3](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_05.md) | IRLH3 |
| 272 | 07 | [Eir](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_07.md) | — |
| 272 | 08 | [Eir](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_08.md) | — |
| 272 | 09 | [Clever Communications Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_09.md) | — |
| 272 | 11 | [Tesco Mobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_11.md) | — |
| 272 | 13 | [Lycamobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_13.md) | — |
| 272 | 15 | [Virgin Mobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_15.md) | — |
| 272 | 16 | [Carphone Warehouse](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_16.md) | — |
| 272 | 18 | [Cubic Telecom Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_18.md) | — |
| 272 | 21 | [Net Feasa Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/272_21.md) | — |

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