Dimensions
Size comparison
V-600TH-UV98
| V-600 | TH-UV98 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm | −3 mm |
| Width | 115 mm | 121 mm | −6 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 42 mm | −7 mm |
| Weight | 243 g | 268 g | −25 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is V-600 better than TH-UV98?
- Weight243 g vs 268 g+10%
- Channels256 vs 200+28%
Why is TH-UV98 better than V-600?
- Transmit power5 W vs 10 W2×
- Battery capacity1,600 mAh vs 2,200 mAh+38%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | — | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | — | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 136 - 174 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 256 | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,600 mAh | 2,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Standby time | 15 h | — |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 243 g | 268 g |
| Width | 115 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 35 mm | 42 mm |
| Protection rating | IP67 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
