Dimensions
Size comparison
RL-300AP515 V1
| RL-300 | AP515 V1 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 59 mm | 55 mm | +4 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 105 mm | +19 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 30 mm | +7 mm |
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g | +18 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is RL-300 better than AP515 V1?
- Water protection (IPx)IPx5 vs IPx4+25%
- Channels256 vs 328×
- DisplayBacklit display vs No display
Why is AP515 V1 better than RL-300?
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 4,000 mAh2.2×
- USB-C chargingNo · RL-300: Yes
- Transmit power4 W vs 5 W+25%
- Weight218 g vs 200 g+9%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF |
| Licence | Business licence | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 136 - 174 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 256 | 32 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 12 km | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 4,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 3.7 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 218 g | 200 g |
| Width | 124 mm | 105 mm |
| Height | 59 mm | 55 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 30 mm |
| Protection rating | IP55 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx5 | IPx4 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | — | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | No display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | 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 | 1 |
