vs
2.1Range & power2.5
7.4Ruggedness3.5
Dimensions
Size comparison
Action CommunicatorBF 40
| Action Communicator | BF 40 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 66 mm | 116 mm | −50 mm |
| Width | 74 mm | 57 mm | +17 mm |
| Depth | 21 mm | 32 mm | −11 mm |
| Weight | 72 g | 168 g | −96 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Action Communicator better than BF 40?
- Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx4+75%
- Weight72 g vs 168 g2.3×
Why is BF 40 better than Action Communicator?
- Transmit power0.5 W vs 3 W6×
- Channels8 vs 25632×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | — | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | — | Business licence |
| Frequency ranges | 446 MHz | 400 - 470 MHz |
| Transmit power | 0.5 W | 3 W |
| Channels | 8 | 256 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | — | 155 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | automatic | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 3.7 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | — |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 72 g | 168 g |
| Width | 74 mm | 57 mm |
| Height | 66 mm | 116 mm |
| Depth | 21 mm | 32 mm |
| Protection rating | IP67 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx4 |
| Shockproof | Yes | — |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | — |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | — | Yes |
| Weather channels / alerts | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke, USB-C | — |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
