Dimensions
Size comparison
VHF 115iIC-M85E
| VHF 115i | IC-M85E | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 170 mm | 56 mm | +114 mm |
| Width | 85 mm | 92 mm | −7 mm |
| Depth | 146 mm | 36 mm | +110 mm |
| Weight | 1,240 g | 281 g | +959 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VHF 115i better than IC-M85E?
- Transmit power25 W vs 5 W5×
Why is IC-M85E better than VHF 115i?
- Weight1,240 g vs 281 g4.4×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Licence | — | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 156.050 - 163.275 MHz | 156 - 163.425 MHz; 136 - 174 MHz |
| Transmit power | 25 W | 5 W |
| Channels | — | 100 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 3,100 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 7.2 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Rechargeable pack |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,240 g | 281 g |
| Width | 85 mm | 92 mm |
| Height | 170 mm | 56 mm |
| Depth | 146 mm | 36 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX7 | IP67 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx7 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | — | Yes |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 10 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
