Dimensions
Size comparison
Escort HP 8900CB-500 CB
| Escort HP 8900 | CB-500 CB | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 130 mm | 185 mm | −55 mm |
| Width | 122 mm | 124 mm | −2 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 38 mm | −1 mm |
| Weight | 660 g | 620 g | +40 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is Escort HP 8900 better than CB-500 CB?
- DisplayBacklit display vs Monochrome display
Why is CB-500 CB better than Escort HP 8900?
- Weight660 g vs 620 g+6%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | CB | CB 27 MHz |
| Licence | Licence-free | Licence-free |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | No | — |
| Frequency ranges | 26.965 - 27.405 MHz | 26.565–27.99125 MHz |
| Transmit power | 4 W | 4 W |
| Channels | 40 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | automatic, adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 12 V | — |
| Power source | Car socket | — |
| USB-C charging | No | — |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 660 g | 620 g |
| Width | 122 mm | 124 mm |
| Height | 130 mm | 185 mm |
| Depth | 37 mm | 38 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Monochrome display |
| Colours | Black | — |
| Features | ||
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| Weather channels / alerts | — | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Roger beep | Yes | — |
| Noise reduction | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | — |
| Connectors | 6‑polige Mikrofonbuchse | — |
