Dimensions
Size comparison
VV-898GT-9R
| VV-898 | GT-9R | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 120 mm | 131 mm | −11 mm |
| Width | 85 mm | 64 mm | +21 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 32 mm | +8 mm |
| Weight | 315 g | 280 g | +35 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VV-898 better than GT-9R?
- Transmit power10 W vs 5 W2×
- Channels199 vs 128+55%
Why is GT-9R better than VV-898?
- DisplayMonochrome display vs Colour display
- Weight315 g vs 280 g+12%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF | VHF, UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400–470 MHz, 65–108 MHz, 136–174 MHz | 144–146 MHz, 430–440 MHz |
| Transmit power | 10 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 199 | 128 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,000 mAh |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 315 g | 280 g |
| Width | 85 mm | 64 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 131 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 32 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP67 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx7 |
| Display | Monochrome display | Colour display |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
