Dimensions
Size comparison
FP 00UV-K5
| FP 00 | UV-K5 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 63 mm | 60 mm | +3 mm |
| Width | 122 mm | 115 mm | +7 mm |
| Depth | 36 mm | 38 mm | −2 mm |
| Weight | 260 g | 234 g | +26 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is FP 00 better than UV-K5?
FP 00 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is UV-K5 better than FP 00?
- USB-C chargingNo · FP 00: Yes
- Weight260 g vs 234 g+11%
- Channels128 vs 200+56%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz; 76 - 108 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 128 | 200 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 258 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,600 mAh | 1,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.2 V | 7.2 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 260 g | 234 g |
| Width | 122 mm | 115 mm |
| Height | 63 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 36 mm | 38 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | USB-C |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
