Dimensions
Size comparison
VB70RT3S
| VB70 | RT3S | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 188 mm | 61 mm | +127 mm |
| Width | 142 mm | 131 mm | +11 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 36 mm | +5 mm |
| Weight | 998 g | 258 g | +740 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is VB70 better than RT3S?
- Transmit power50 W vs 5 W10×
- DisplayColour display vs Backlit display
Why is RT3S better than VB70?
- Weight998 g vs 258 g3.9×
- Channels758 vs 3,0004×
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 | 450 - 460 MHz; 150 - 160 MHz |
| Transmit power | 50 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 758 | 3,000 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | — | Yes |
| Squelch | — | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,000 mAh |
| Battery voltage | — | 7.4 V |
| Power source | — | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 998 g | 258 g |
| Width | 142 mm | 131 mm |
| Height | 188 mm | 61 mm |
| Depth | 41 mm | 36 mm |
| Display | Colour display | Backlit display |
| Colours | — | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 10 |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Monitor button | — | Yes |
| Noise reduction | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
