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3.4Ruggedness2.5
Dimensions
Size comparison
VHF 215i AISVHF 315i
| VHF 215i AIS | VHF 315i | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 197 mm | 205 mm | −8 mm |
| Width | 98 mm | 60 mm | +38 mm |
| Depth | 149 mm | 181 mm | −32 mm |
| Weight | 1,200 g | 1,527 g | −327 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VHF 215i AIS better than VHF 315i?
- Weight1,200 g vs 1,527 g+27%
Why is VHF 315i better than VHF 215i AIS?
VHF 315i has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156.050 - 163.275 MHz | 156 - 162 MHz |
| Transmit power | 25 W | 25 W |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,200 g | 1,527 g |
| Width | 98 mm | 60 mm |
| Height | 197 mm | 205 mm |
| Depth | 149 mm | 181 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX7 | IPX7 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx7 |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
