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6.2Range & power6.2
5.7Ruggedness5.7
6.3Features6.3
Dimensions
Size comparison
TALKABOUT T72XT185
| TALKABOUT T72 | XT185 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 47 mm | 47 mm | = |
| Width | 136 mm | 136 mm | = |
| Depth | 21 mm | 21 mm | = |
| Weight | 100 g | 100 g | = |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is TALKABOUT T72 better than XT185?
TALKABOUT T72 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Why is XT185 better than TALKABOUT T72?
XT185 has no measurable advantages in this pair.
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 | 8 km |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 121 | 121 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | automatic | automatic |
| Power & battery | ||
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 100 g | 100 g |
| Width | 136 mm | 136 mm |
| Height | 47 mm | 47 mm |
| Depth | 21 mm | 21 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | IP54 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | IPx4 |
| Shockproof | Yes | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Orange | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 3 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 2,5mm Klinke, micro USB | 2,5mm Klinke, micro USB |
| Radios in the base pack | 2 | 2 |









