Dimensions
Size comparison
AB-650Richard
| AB-650 | Richard | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 62 mm | 160 mm | −98 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 170 mm | −46 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 52 mm | −18 mm |
| Weight | 280 g | 1,100 g | −820 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AB-650 better than Richard?
- Weight280 g vs 1,100 g3.9×
Why is Richard better than AB-650?
- Transmit power6 W vs 50 W8.3×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 28 - 29.7 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 50 W |
| Channels | 400 | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,600 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 13.8 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | — |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 280 g | 1,100 g |
| Width | 124 mm | 170 mm |
| Height | 62 mm | 160 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 52 mm |
| Shockproof | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 9 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, USB-A, 2,5mm Klinke, 3,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
