Dimensions
Size comparison
VHF 215i AISArctic
| VHF 215i AIS | Arctic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 197 mm | 115 mm | +82 mm |
| Width | 98 mm | 55 mm | +43 mm |
| Depth | 149 mm | 37 mm | +112 mm |
| Weight | 1,200 g | 230 g | +970 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VHF 215i AIS better than Arctic?
VHF 215i AIS has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is Arctic better than VHF 215i AIS?
- Weight1,200 g vs 230 g5.2×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156.050 - 163.275 MHz | — |
| Transmit power | 25 W | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 1,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 12 V | — |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | — |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,200 g | 230 g |
| Width | 98 mm | 55 mm |
| Height | 197 mm | 115 mm |
| Depth | 149 mm | 37 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX7 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | — |
| Display | Backlit display | — |
| Colours | 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 |
| GPS | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2 Pin Motorola |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
