Abstract

Context. The characteristic age of PSR J1734-3333 estimated from its current spin down rate implies that it is a young pulsar (tau(c) = 8.1 kyr). However, the time derivative of its spin-down rate differs markedly from that assumed for normal radio pulsars, meaning its actual age is uncertain. G354.8-0.8 is a supernova remnant (SNR) whose centre is located 21' away from the pulsar, and which has a morphology that suggests an association with the pulsar.