Dimensions
Size comparison
DM-32ERT86S
| DM-32E | RT86S | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 67 mm | 55 mm | +12 mm |
| Width | 182 mm | 121 mm | +61 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 38 mm | +3 mm |
| Weight | 350 g | 290 g | +60 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is DM-32E better than RT86S?
DM-32E has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is RT86S better than DM-32E?
- Battery capacity2,500 mAh vs 2,600 mAh+4%
- Weight350 g vs 290 g+21%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz | 400 - 480 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | — | 16 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 260 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,500 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | Yes |
| Standby time | — | 117 h |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 350 g | 290 g |
| Width | 182 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 67 mm | 55 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 38 mm |
| Shockproof | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Green | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 9 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| GPS | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
