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9.3Ruggedness8.0
Dimensions
Size comparison
HM160 MaxMarine 242P
| HM160 Max | Marine 242P | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 60 mm | 119 mm | −59 mm |
| Width | 155 mm | 63 mm | +92 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 35 mm | +5 mm |
| Weight | 285 g | 136 g | +149 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is HM160 Max better than Marine 242P?
- Transmit power6 W vs 3 W2×
- USB-C chargingYes · Marine 242P: No
- Water protection (IPx)IPx8 vs IPx7+14%
Why is Marine 242P better than HM160 Max?
- Weight285 g vs 136 g2.1×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | 156.025 - 163.275 MHz | 156 - 162 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 3 W |
| Channels | 99 | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 4,000 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | — |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | AA / AAA batteries |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 285 g | 136 g |
| Width | 155 mm | 63 mm |
| Height | 60 mm | 119 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 35 mm |
| Protection rating | IPX8 | IP67 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx8 | IPx7 |
| Floats | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C, 3,5mm Klinke | 2,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
