G4NSJ – Baofeng UV-5RH

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I’ve ordered this radio and I’m looking forward to giving it a thorough test. Specifications can vary between production versions and regional variants so I’ll be adding more to this page once I get the radio. For the money, I don’t think I can go wrong.

Specifications

FeatureSpecification
Transmit power10W / 5W / 2W
Battery7.4V, 2500mAh
Display1.77-inch colour screen
Memory channelsUp to 999
ChargingUSB-C
Antenna connectionSMA
AudioBuilt-in loudspeaker
ProgrammingComputer programming
Accessory socket2-pin Kenwood type

Frequency coverage

  • 65–108 MHz: Broadcast FM reception
  • 108–136 MHz: Aircraft band AM reception
  • 136–174 MHz: VHF transmit and receive
  • 220–260 MHz: Additional VHF band transmit and receive
  • 400–480 MHz: UHF transmit and receive
  • 480–520 MHz: Receive, depending on version

Features

  • Dual watch: Monitor two frequencies or channels.
  • VOX: Voice-operated transmission without pressing the PTT button.
  • Frequency scanning
  • CTCSS/DCS: Sub-audible signalling tones for group communications.
  • DTMF: Tone signalling.
  • LED torch
  • Frequency copying: Useful for setting up two compatible radios.
  • USB-C charging
  • 999 memories