Dimensions
Size comparison
VHF 315iArctic
| VHF 315i | Arctic | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 205 mm | 115 mm | +90 mm |
| Width | 60 mm | 55 mm | +5 mm |
| Depth | 181 mm | 37 mm | +144 mm |
| Weight | 1,527 g | 230 g | +1,297 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VHF 315i better than Arctic?
VHF 315i has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is Arctic better than VHF 315i?
- Weight1,527 g vs 230 g6.6×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156 - 162 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 | 1,527 g | 230 g |
| Width | 60 mm | 55 mm |
| Height | 205 mm | 115 mm |
| Depth | 181 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 |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2 Pin Motorola |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
