Dimensions
Size comparison
C65BRT86S
| C65B | RT86S | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 62 mm | 55 mm | +7 mm |
| Width | 134 mm | 121 mm | +13 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 38 mm | +2 mm |
| Weight | 255 g | 290 g | −35 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is C65B better than RT86S?
- Channels32 vs 162×
- Weight255 g vs 290 g+14%
Why is RT86S better than C65B?
- Battery capacity1,800 mAh vs 2,600 mAh+44%
- DisplayNo display vs Backlit display
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 440 - 470 MHz; 88 - 108 MHz | 400 - 480 MHz |
| Transmit power | 5 W | 5 W |
| Channels | 32 | 16 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 260 | 260 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Call tones | 10 | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 1,800 mAh | 2,600 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 7.4 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | Yes | Yes |
| Standby time | — | 117 h |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 255 g | 290 g |
| Width | 134 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 62 mm | 55 mm |
| Depth | 40 mm | 38 mm |
| Protection rating | IP67 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx7 | — |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | No display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Orange | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | — | 9 |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Roger beep | Yes | Yes |
| Monitor button | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
