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5.7Range & power3.5
9.3Battery2.6
5.1Ruggedness3.4
2.8Features2.2
Dimensions
Size comparison
AP515 V1TC-508 Enhanced U9
| AP515 V1 | TC-508 Enhanced U9 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 55 mm | 54 mm | +1 mm |
| Width | 105 mm | 113 mm | −8 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 32 mm | −2 mm |
| Weight | 200 g | 250 g | −50 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is AP515 V1 better than TC-508 Enhanced U9?
- Battery capacity4,000 mAh vs 1,700 mAh2.4×
- USB-C chargingYes · TC-508 Enhanced U9: No
- Transmit power5 W vs 4 W+25%
- Weight200 g vs 250 g+25%
Why is TC-508 Enhanced U9 better than AP515 V1?
- Channels32 vs 48+50%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Business licence | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 136 - 174 MHz | 400 - 480 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 32 | 48 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 121 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 4,000 mAh | 1,700 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 200 g | 250 g |
| Width | 105 mm | 113 mm |
| Height | 55 mm | 54 mm |
| Depth | 30 mm | 32 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | Yes | Yes |
| Display | No display | No display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Bluetooth | — | Yes |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
