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6.5Ruggedness7.0
Dimensions
Size comparison
BlueBound 350HX40E
| BlueBound 350 | HX40E | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 66 mm | 95 mm | −29 mm |
| Width | 255 mm | 52 mm | +203 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 33 mm | +19 mm |
| Weight | 268 g | 230 g | +38 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BlueBound 350 better than HX40E?
BlueBound 350 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is HX40E better than BlueBound 350?
- Weight268 g vs 230 g+17%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156.025 - 163.275 MHz | 156.025 - 163.275 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 6 W |
| Channels | 215 | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 1,850 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 268 g | 230 g |
| Width | 255 mm | 52 mm |
| Height | 66 mm | 95 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 33 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx7 |
| Floats | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Orange, Black | Black, Orange |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 3,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
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