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8.3Range & power7.4
9.2Features6.8
Dimensions
Size comparison
Escort HP 446RA89
| Escort HP 446 | RA89 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 110 mm | 62 mm | +48 mm |
| Width | 110 mm | 126 mm | −16 mm |
| Depth | 25 mm | 43 mm | −18 mm |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Escort HP 446 better than RA89?
- Transmit power15 W vs 10 W+50%
Why is RA89 better than Escort HP 446?
- USB-C chargingNo · Escort HP 446: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 15 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 199 | 200 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 1,074 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | automatic, adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle, Car socket | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | — | 295 g |
| Width | 110 mm | 126 mm |
| Height | 110 mm | 62 mm |
| Depth | 25 mm | 43 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP68 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx8 |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | RJ-11 Mikrofonbuchse | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
