Dimensions
Size comparison
RT-4DRA89
| RT-4D | RA89 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 61 mm | 62 mm | −1 mm |
| Width | 112 mm | 126 mm | −14 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 43 mm | −5 mm |
| Weight | 198 g | 295 g | −97 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is RT-4D better than RA89?
- Battery capacity3,500 mAh vs 2,500 mAh+40%
- Weight198 g vs 295 g+49%
- Channels1,024 vs 2005.1×
Why is RA89 better than RT-4D?
- Transmit power5 W vs 10 W2×
- Water protection (IPx)IPx7 vs IPx8+14%
- DisplayMonochrome display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | VHF, UHF, DMR | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Digital mode (DMR / dPMR) | Yes | — |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 108–136 MHz, 136–520 MHz, 136–174 MHz, 400–470 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 1,024 | 200 |
| Squelch | adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 3,500 mAh | 2,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 198 g | 295 g |
| Width | 112 mm | 126 mm |
| Height | 61 mm | 62 mm |
| Depth | 38 mm | 43 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP68 |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | IPx8 |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | Monochrome display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| Channel scan | — | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Weather channels / alerts | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C, 3,5mm Klinke | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
