Dimensions
Size comparison
UV-9RUV-K5
| UV-9R | UV-K5 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 132 mm | 60 mm | +72 mm |
| Width | 66 mm | 115 mm | −49 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 38 mm | +3 mm |
| Weight | 281 g | 234 g | +47 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is UV-9R better than UV-K5?
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 1,600 mAh+12%
Why is UV-K5 better than UV-9R?
- Weight281 g vs 234 g+20%
- Channels128 vs 200+56%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | — | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 128 | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 1,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.2 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 281 g | 234 g |
| Width | 66 mm | 115 mm |
| Height | 132 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 38 mm |
| Protection rating | IP57 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | — |
| Display | — | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | USB-C |
