Dimensions
Size comparison
RL-300TH-UV98
| RL-300 | TH-UV98 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 59 mm | 58 mm | +1 mm |
| Width | 124 mm | 121 mm | +3 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 42 mm | −5 mm |
| Weight | 218 g | 268 g | −50 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is RL-300 better than TH-UV98?
- Weight218 g vs 268 g+23%
- Channels256 vs 200+28%
Why is TH-UV98 better than RL-300?
- Transmit power4 W vs 10 W2.5×
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 2,200 mAh+22%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Business licence | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 256 | 200 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 12 km | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 2,200 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 | 218 g | 268 g |
| Width | 124 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 59 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 42 mm |
| Protection rating | IP55 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx5 | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | 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 |
