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8.4Range & power8.7
5.6Battery5.6
7.4Ruggedness6.8
9.2Features9.2
Dimensions
Size comparison
R-58G18 Pro NC
| R-58 | G18 Pro NC | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 56 mm | −1 mm |
| Width | 115 mm | 113 mm | +2 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 38 mm | −3 mm |
| Weight | 243 g | 240 g | +3 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is R-58 better than G18 Pro NC?
R-58 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is G18 Pro NC better than R-58?
- Channels8 vs 162×
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 | 8 | 16 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 12 km | 12 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 155 | 155 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,600 mAh | 1,600 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 | 243 g | 240 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 113 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 56 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 38 mm |
| Protection rating | IP67 | IP67 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx7 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | — | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 10 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | 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 | 1 |
