Dimensions
Size comparison
BF-T17C3 Pro
| BF-T17 | C3 Pro | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 60 mm | −5 mm |
| Width | 108 mm | 125 mm | −17 mm |
| Depth | 21 mm | 30 mm | −9 mm |
| Weight | 160 g | 175 g | −15 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BF-T17 better than C3 Pro?
- Maximum range (claimed)10 km vs 6 km+67%
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 1,500 mAh+20%
- Channels99 vs 166.2×
- DisplayBacklit display vs No display
- Weight160 g vs 175 g+9%
Why is C3 Pro better than BF-T17?
- USB-C chargingNo · BF-T17: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 400 - 470 MHz |
| Transmit power | 2 W | 2 W |
| Channels | 99 | 16 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 10 km | 6 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 155 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | automatic | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 1,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | 3.7 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 160 g | 175 g |
| Width | 108 mm | 125 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 21 mm | 30 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | No display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | micro USB, 2,5 und 3,5 mm | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 2 | — |
