Dimensions
Size comparison
IC-A16EQT80
| IC-A16E | QT80 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 112 mm | 158 mm | −46 mm |
| Width | 52 mm | 252 mm | −200 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 48 mm | −14 mm |
| Weight | 257 g | 1,270 g | −1,013 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is IC-A16E better than QT80?
- Weight257 g vs 1,270 g4.9×
Why is QT80 better than IC-A16E?
- Transmit power6 W vs 80 W13.3×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Frequency ranges | 118 - 136.992 MHz | 28 - 29.7 MHz |
| Transmit power | 6 W | 80 W |
| Channels | 200 | — |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 142 |
| 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 | 1,270 g |
| Width | 52 mm | 252 mm |
| Height | 112 mm | 158 mm |
| Depth | 34 mm | 48 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 |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 9 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Roger beep | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke, micro USB |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |









