Dimensions
Size comparison
MA1RA89
| MA1 | RA89 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 43 mm | 62 mm | −19 mm |
| Width | 140 mm | 126 mm | +14 mm |
| Depth | 215 mm | 43 mm | +172 mm |
| Weight | 1,100 g | 295 g | +805 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is MA1 better than RA89?
- Transmit power50 W vs 10 W5×
- Channels999 vs 2005×
Why is RA89 better than MA1?
- Weight1,100 g vs 295 g3.7×
- USB-C chargingNo · MA1: Yes
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 420 - 450 MHz; 144 - 148 MHz; 108 - 136.991 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 50 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 999 | 200 |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | — |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | — | 2,500 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | No | Yes |
| Battery level indicator | — | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,100 g | 295 g |
| Width | 140 mm | 126 mm |
| Height | 43 mm | 62 mm |
| Depth | 215 mm | 43 mm |
| Protection rating | — | IP68 |
| Water protection (IPx) | — | IPx8 |
| Shockproof | — | Yes |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 4 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| FM radio | Yes | Yes |
| Key lock | Yes | — |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke, RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, USB-A | USB-C, 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
