Dimensions
Size comparison
HM785L UVGD-88
| HM785L UV | GD-88 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 177 mm | 60 mm | +117 mm |
| Width | 179 mm | 125 mm | +54 mm |
| Depth | 62 mm | 39 mm | +23 mm |
| Weight | 1,520 g | 317 g | +1,203 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is HM785L UV better than GD-88?
- Transmit power25 W vs 7 W3.6×
Why is GD-88 better than HM785L UV?
- Weight1,520 g vs 317 g4.8×
- Channels1,024 vs 4,0003.9×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | VHF, UHF, DMR |
| Licence | Business licence | Amateur licence |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | — | Yes |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 350 - 470 MHz | 400 - 480 MHz; 136 - 174 MHz |
| Transmit power | 25 W | 7 W |
| Channels | 1,024 | 4,000 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | No |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 3,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 13.6 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,520 g | 317 g |
| Width | 179 mm | 125 mm |
| Height | 177 mm | 60 mm |
| Depth | 62 mm | 39 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | Yes |
| GPS | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 10‑polige Mikrofonbuchse | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
