Dimensions
Size comparison
BF 40TH-UV98
| BF 40 | TH-UV98 | Difference | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Height | 116 mm | 58 mm | +58 mm |
| Width | 57 mm | 121 mm | −64 mm |
| Depth | 32 mm | 42 mm | −10 mm |
| Weight | 168 g | 268 g | −100 g |
Drawn to the same scale from the official dimensions (front and side).
Why is BF 40 better than TH-UV98?
- Weight168 g vs 268 g+60%
- Channels256 vs 200+28%
Why is TH-UV98 better than BF 40?
- Transmit power3 W vs 10 W3.3×
Specifications
Side by side
| Radio & range | ||
| Radio standards | Amateur UHF | Amateur VHF, Amateur UHF |
| Licence | Business licence | Business licence |
| Dual band (VHF + UHF) | — | Yes |
| Frequency ranges | 400 - 470 MHz | 430 - 440 MHz; 144 - 146 MHz |
| Transmit power | 3 W | 10 W |
| Channels | 256 | 200 |
| Privacy codes (CTCSS / DCS) | 155 | — |
| CTCSS / DCS sub-tones | Yes | Yes |
| Squelch | adjustable | adjustable |
| Power & battery | ||
| Battery capacity | 2,200 mAh | 2,200 mAh |
| Battery voltage | 3.7 V | 7.4 V |
| Power source | Rechargeable pack | Rechargeable pack |
| USB-C charging | — | No |
| Battery level indicator | Yes | Yes |
| Design & durability | ||
| Weight | 168 g | 268 g |
| Width | 57 mm | 121 mm |
| Height | 116 mm | 58 mm |
| Depth | 32 mm | 42 mm |
| Protection rating | IP54 | — |
| Water protection (IPx) | IPx4 | — |
| Display | — | Backlit display |
| Colours | Black | Black |
| Features | ||
| VOX (hands-free) | — | Yes |
| Channel scan | Yes | Yes |
| Dual watch | Yes | Yes |
| Flashlight | — | Yes |
| Emergency / SOS alarm | Yes | — |
| FM radio | — | Yes |
| Key lock | — | Yes |
| Voice encryption / scrambler | — | Yes |
| PC programmable | — | Yes |
| Connectivity | ||
| Headset / earpiece jack | — | Yes |
| Connectors | — | 2,5 und 3,5 mm |
| Radios in the base pack | — | 1 |
