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6.3Range & power6.3
7.8Battery4.0
6.2Features6.2
Dimensions
Size comparison
CB-80Escort HP 62
| CB-80 | Escort HP 62 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 61 mm | 35 mm | +26 mm |
| Width | 120 mm | 73 mm | +47 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 92 mm | −51 mm |
| Weight | 290 g | 332 g | −42 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is CB-80 better than Escort HP 62?
- Weight290 g vs 332 g+14%
Why is Escort HP 62 better than CB-80?
Escort HP 62 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | CB | CB |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 26.565 - 27.99125 MHz | 26.565 - 27.405 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 80 | 80 |
| Squelch | automatic, adjustable | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,600 mAh | — |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries, Car socket |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | — | Yes |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 290 g | 332 g |
| Width | 120 mm | 73 mm |
| Height | 61 mm | 35 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 92 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
