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6.2Range & power9.3
7.2Features4.3
Dimensions
Size comparison
IC-A16EWashington 100W
| IC-A16E | Washington 100W | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 112 mm | 250 mm | −138 mm |
| Width | 52 mm | 170 mm | −118 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 52 mm | −18 mm |
| Weight | 257 g | 1,400 g | −1,143 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is IC-A16E better than Washington 100W?
- Weight257 g vs 1,400 g5.4×
- Channels200 vs 802.5×
Why is Washington 100W better than IC-A16E?
- Transmit power6 W vs 100 W16.7×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 24.89 - 24.99 MHz; 28 - 29.7 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 100 W |
| Channels | 200 | 80 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 104 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,400 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 7.2 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | — |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 257 g | 1,400 g |
| Width | 52 mm | 170 mm |
| Height | 112 mm | 250 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 52 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | — |
| Military standard (MIL-STD-810) | Yes | — |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke | USB-A, 3,5mm Klinke, 2,5mm Klinke, 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
