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6.3Range & power3.4
Dimensions
Size comparison
Escort HP 8500Escort HP 8900
| Escort HP 8500 | Escort HP 8900 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 160 mm | 130 mm | +30 mm |
| Width | 180 mm | 122 mm | +58 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 37 mm | +15 mm |
| Weight | 900 g | 660 g | +240 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Escort HP 8500 better than Escort HP 8900?
- Channels80 vs 402×
Why is Escort HP 8900 better than Escort HP 8500?
- Weight900 g vs 660 g+36%
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 - 27.405 MHz | 26.965 - 27.405 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 80 | 40 |
| Squelch | automatic, adjustable | automatic, adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 12 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Car socket |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 900 g | 660 g |
| Width | 180 mm | 122 mm |
| Height | 160 mm | 130 mm |
| Depth | 52 mm | 37 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke, USB-A, microSD, RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, 2,5 und 3,5 mm | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse |
| Bluetooth | Yes | — |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
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