Dimensions
Size comparison
M5-ProTaylor IV
| M5-Pro | Taylor IV | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 120 mm | 165 mm | −45 mm |
| Width | 110 mm | 150 mm | −40 mm |
| Depth | 25 mm | 45 mm | −20 mm |
| Weight | 380 g | 1,100 g | −720 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is M5-Pro better than Taylor IV?
- Weight380 g vs 1,100 g2.9×
- USB-C chargingYes · Taylor IV: No
Why is Taylor IV better than M5-Pro?
Taylor IV 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 voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle, Car socket | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | Yes | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 380 g | 1,100 g |
| Width | 110 mm | 150 mm |
| Height | 120 mm | 165 mm |
| Depth | 25 mm | 45 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 5 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, USB-C | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse, 3,5mm Klinke, USB-A |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | 1 |
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