Dimensions
Size comparison
ArcticHX40E
| Arctic | HX40E | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 115 mm | 95 mm | +20 mm |
| Width | 55 mm | 52 mm | +3 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 33 mm | +4 mm |
| Weight | 230 g | 230 g | = |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Arctic better than HX40E?
Arctic has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is HX40E better than Arctic?
- Battery capacity1,600 mAh vs 1,850 mAh+16%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Marine VHF | Amateur VHF, Marine VHF |
| Frequency ranges | — | 156.025 - 163.275 MHz |
| Transmit power | — | 6 W |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,600 mAh | 1,850 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.4 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 230 g | 230 g |
| Width | 55 mm | 52 mm |
| Height | 115 mm | 95 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 33 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IPX7 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx7 |
| Display | — | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black, Orange |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 10 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2 Pin Motorola | 3,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
