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Dimensions
Size comparison
MA1G90 HF Transceiver
| MA1 | G90 HF Transceiver | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 43 mm | 45 mm | −2 mm |
| Width | 140 mm | 120 mm | +20 mm |
| Depth | 215 mm | 210 mm | +5 mm |
| Weight | 1,100 g | 1,630 g | −530 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is MA1 better than G90 HF Transceiver?
- Transmit power50 W vs 20 W2.5×
- Weight1,100 g vs 1,630 g+48%
Why is G90 HF Transceiver better than MA1?
G90 HF Transceiver has no measurable advantages in this pair.
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF | Amateur |
| Licence | Amateur licence | Amateur licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | Yes | — |
| Frequency ranges | 420 - 450 MHz; 144 - 148 MHz; 108 - 136.991 MHz | 0.5 - 30 MHz |
| Transmit power | 50 W | 20 W |
| Channels | 999 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | — |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery voltage | 12 V | 13.8 V |
| Power source | Mains / 12 V vehicle | Mains / 12 V vehicle |
| USB-C charging | No | No |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 1,100 g | 1,630 g |
| Width | 140 mm | 120 mm |
| Height | 43 mm | 45 mm |
| Depth | 215 mm | 210 mm |
| Display | Backlit display | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | Yes | Yes |
| VOX sensitivity levels | 4 | — |
| Channel scan | Yes | — |
| Dual watch | Yes | — |
| FM radio | Yes | — |
| Key lock | Yes | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | Yes | — |
| PC programmable | Yes | — |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | Yes | Yes |
| Connectors | 3,5mm Klinke, RJ-45 Mikrofonbuchse, USB-A | 3,5mm Klinke |
| Radios in the base pack | 1 | — |
