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2.6Range & power2.9
Dimensions
Size comparison
DC43TALKABOUT T42
| DC43 | TALKABOUT T42 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 49 mm | 136 mm | −87 mm |
| Width | 142 mm | 48 mm | +94 mm |
| Depth | 32 mm | 27 mm | +5 mm |
| Weight | 86 g | 79 g | +7 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is DC43 better than TALKABOUT T42?
DC43 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is TALKABOUT T42 better than DC43?
- Weight86 g vs 79 g+9%
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 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 4 km | 4 km |
| Squelch | automatic | — |
| Call tones | 6 | 1 |
| Power & battery | ||
| Power source | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | Yes | Yes |
| USB-C charging | No | — |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 86 g | 79 g |
| Width | 142 mm | 48 mm |
| Height | 49 mm | 136 mm |
| Depth | 32 mm | 27 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Yellow | — |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | 2,5mm Klinke, micro USB | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 2 | — |
