Dimensions
Size comparison
AB-650RT29 UHF
| AB-650 | RT29 UHF | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 62 mm | 58 mm | +4 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 151 mm | −27 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 38 mm | −4 mm |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AB-650 better than RT29 UHF?
- Channels400 vs 1625×
- DisplayBacklit display vs No display
Why is RT29 UHF better than AB-650?
- Transmit power6 W vs 10 W+67%
- Battery capacity2,600 mAh vs 3,200 mAh+23%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 400 - 480 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 400 | 16 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,600 mAh | 3,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 280 g | — |
| Width | 124 mm | 151 mm |
| Height | 62 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 38 mm |
| Shockproof | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | No 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 | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 2 |
