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5.4Range & power2.9
Dimensions
Size comparison
BF-T25ETALKABOUT T42
| BF-T25E | TALKABOUT T42 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 58 mm | 136 mm | −78 mm |
| Width | 116 mm | 48 mm | +68 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 27 mm | +13 mm |
| Weight | 256 g | 79 g | +177 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BF-T25E better than TALKABOUT T42?
BF-T25E has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is TALKABOUT T42 better than BF-T25E?
- Weight256 g vs 79 g3.2×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | PMR446 | PMR446 |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 446 MHz | 446 MHz |
| Transmit power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Channels | 16 | 16 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | — | 4 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 155 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | automatic | — |
| Call tones | 10 | 1 |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,400 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | — |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | — | Yes |
| USB-C charging | No | — |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 256 g | 79 g |
| Width | 116 mm | 48 mm |
| Height | 58 mm | 136 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 27 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 2 | — |
