Dimensions
Size comparison
VB70MA1
| VB70 | MA1 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 188 mm | 43 mm | +145 mm |
| Width | 142 mm | 140 mm | +2 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 215 mm | −174 mm |
| Weight | 998 g | 1,100 g | −102 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VB70 better than MA1?
- DisplayColour display vs Backlit display
- Weight998 g vs 1,100 g+10%
Why is MA1 better than VB70?
- Channels758 vs 999+32%
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 144–148 MHz, 108–136 MHz | 420 - 450 MHz; 144 - 148 MHz; 108 - 136.991 MHz |
| Transmit power | 50 W | 50 W |
| Channels | 758 | 999 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | — | 12 V |
| Power source | — | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 998 g | 1,100 g |
| Width | 142 mm | 140 mm |
| Height | 188 mm | 43 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 215 mm |
| Display | Colour display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 4 |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Dual watch | — | Yes |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 3,5mm Klinke, RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, USB-A |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
