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6.2Range & power2.9
Dimensions
Size comparison
XT50TALKABOUT T42
| XT50 | TALKABOUT T42 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 103 mm | 136 mm | −33 mm |
| Width | 54 mm | 48 mm | +6 mm |
| Depth | 33 mm | 27 mm | +6 mm |
| Weight | 93 g | 79 g | +14 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is XT50 better than TALKABOUT T42?
- Maximum range (claimed)8 km vs 4 km2×
Why is TALKABOUT T42 better than XT50?
- DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
- Weight93 g vs 79 g+18%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | PMR446 | PMR446 |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | No |
| Frequency ranges | 446 MHz | 446 MHz |
| Transmit power | 0.5 W | 0.5 W |
| Channels | 16 | 16 |
| Maximum range (claimed) | 8 km | 4 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 38 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Call tones | — | 1 |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 700 mAh | — |
| Power source | AA / AAA batteries | Rechargeable pack, AA / AAA batteries |
| Runs on AA/AAA batteries too | Yes | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 93 g | 79 g |
| Width | 54 mm | 48 mm |
| Height | 103 mm | 136 mm |
| Depth | 33 mm | 27 mm |
| Display | Monochrome display | Backlit display |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 3 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | 2 Pin Midland | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 2 | — |
