---
title: "3: MCC 505 MNC 06"
mcc: "505"
mnc: "06"
plmn: "50506"
brand: "3"
operator: "Vodafone Hutchison Australia Proprietary Limited"
country: "Australia"
country_iso: "AU"
region: "Oceania"
technologies: ["3G"]
updated: "2025-04-09"
canonical: "https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_06"
---

# 3: MCC 505, MNC 06 (Australia)

**3** (operator: Vodafone Hutchison Australia Proprietary Limited) is a mobile network in [Australia](https://mcc-mnc.org/countries/australia.md) (Oceania), identified by MCC **505** and MNC **06**: PLMN ID 50506, also written 505-06 or 505 06. It runs 3G.

## Identifiers

| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| MCC (Mobile Country Code) | 505 |
| MNC (Mobile Network Code) | 06 |
| PLMN ID (MCC+MNC) | 50506 |
| TADIG code | — |
| Brand | 3 |
| Operator | Vodafone Hutchison Australia Proprietary Limited |
| Country | Australia (AU) |
| Region | Oceania |
| Dialling code | — |
| Technologies | 3G |
| Last updated | 2025-04-09 |

## Technologies & bands

| Generation | Bands | Measured cells |
|---|---|---|
| 3G | [UMTS 2100](https://mcc-mnc.org/coverage/umts_2100.md) | — |

## 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

Vodafone Hutchison Australia Pty Ltd, operating under the brand "3," held a significant position in the Australian mobile landscape for a number of years. As a joint venture between Vodafone and Hutchison Telecommunications, "3" offered a range of mobile services leveraging its network infrastructure. In the context of global mobile network identification, "3" in Australia was identified by the Mobile Country Code (MCC) 505, which designates Australia, and the Mobile Network Code (MNC) 06. This unique identifier distinguished "3" from other mobile networks operating within Australia, such as Telstra (MNC 01) and Optus (MNC 02).

While no longer existing as an independent brand, "3's" legacy is woven into the fabric of Australian telecommunications history. The joint venture ultimately led to the merger of Vodafone Australia and 3, forming Vodafone Hutchison Australia (VHA), which continues to operate under the Vodafone brand. Prior to the merger, “3” was known for its innovative offerings and competitive pricing, targeting a younger demographic with its emphasis on data services and multimedia content. The network invested heavily in its 3G infrastructure, aiming to provide Australians with fast and reliable mobile internet access, particularly in metropolitan areas and major regional centers across Oceania. The merger allowed for greater network coverage and a wider range of services under the Vodafone banner, solidifying Vodafone's place as a major player in the competitive Australian mobile market.

## APN settings

| Name | APN | Types | Protocol | MMSC | MMS proxy | MMS port | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 AU | `3services` | default, mms, supl | — | `http://mmsc.three.net.au:10021/mmsc` | 10.176.57.25 | 8799 | LineageOS |

Settings come from Android's AOSP and LineageOS APN lists and user corrections.

## Other networks in Australia

| MCC | MNC | Network | TADIG |
|---|---|---|---|
| 505 | 01 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_01.md) | AUSTA |
| 505 | 02 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_02.md) | AUSOP |
| 505 | 03 | [Vodafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_03.md) | AUSVF |
| 505 | 04 | [Department of Defence](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_04.md) | — |
| 505 | 05 | [Ozitel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_05.md) | — |
| 505 | 07 | [Vodafone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_07.md) | — |
| 505 | 08 | [One Tel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_08.md) | — |
| 505 | 09 | [Airnet](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_09.md) | — |
| 505 | 10 | [Norfolk Is](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_10.md) | — |
| 505 | 11 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_11.md) | — |
| 505 | 12 | [3](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_12.md) | — |
| 505 | 13 | [RailCorp](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_13.md) | — |
| 505 | 14 | [AAPT](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_14.md) | — |
| 505 | 15 | [3GIS](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_15.md) | — |
| 505 | 16 | [VicTrack](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_16.md) | — |
| 505 | 17 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_17.md) | — |
| 505 | 18 | [Pactel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_18.md) | — |
| 505 | 19 | [Lycamobile](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_19.md) | — |
| 505 | 20 | [Ausgrid Corporation](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_20.md) | — |
| 505 | 21 | [Queensland Rail Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_21.md) | — |
| 505 | 22 | [iiNet Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_22.md) | — |
| 505 | 23 | [Challenge Networks Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_23.md) | — |
| 505 | 24 | [Advanced Communications Technologies Pty. Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_24.md) | — |
| 505 | 25 | [Pilbara Iron Company Services Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_25.md) | — |
| 505 | 26 | [Dialogue Communications Pty. Ltd.](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_26.md) | — |
| 505 | 27 | [Nexium Telecommunications](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_27.md) | — |
| 505 | 28 | [RCOM International Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_28.md) | — |
| 505 | 30 | [Compatel Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_30.md) | — |
| 505 | 31 | [BHP Billiton](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_31.md) | — |
| 505 | 32 | [Thales Australia](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_32.md) | — |
| 505 | 33 | [CLX Networks Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_33.md) | — |
| 505 | 34 | [Santos Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_34.md) | — |
| 505 | 35 | [MessageBird Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_35.md) | — |
| 505 | 36 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_36.md) | — |
| 505 | 37 | [Yancoal Australia Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_37.md) | — |
| 505 | 38 | [Truphone](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_38.md) | — |
| 505 | 39 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_39.md) | — |
| 505 | 40 | [CITIC Pacific Mining](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_40.md) | — |
| 505 | 41 | [Aqura Technologies Pty](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_41.md) | — |
| 505 | 42 | [GEMCO](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_42.md) | — |
| 505 | 43 | [Arrow Energy Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_43.md) | — |
| 505 | 44 | [Roy Hill Iron Ore Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_44.md) | — |
| 505 | 45 | [Clermont Coal Operations Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_45.md) | — |
| 505 | 46 | [AngloGold Ashanti Australia Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_46.md) | — |
| 505 | 47 | [Woodside Energy Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_47.md) | — |
| 505 | 48 | [Titan ICT Pty Ltd](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_48.md) | — |
| 505 | 50 | [Pivotel Group Pty Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_50.md) | — |
| 505 | 61 | [CommTel NS](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_61.md) | — |
| 505 | 62 | [NBN](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_62.md) | — |
| 505 | 68 | [NBN](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_68.md) | — |
| 505 | 71 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_71.md) | — |
| 505 | 72 | [Telstra](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_72.md) | — |
| 505 | 88 | [Pivotel Group Pty Limited](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_88.md) | — |
| 505 | 90 | [Optus](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_90.md) | — |
| 505 | 99 | [One Tel](https://mcc-mnc.org/networks/505_99.md) | — |

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