Yaesu FT-2980R 80W 2M FM Mobile Transceiver

Yaesu FT-2980R 80W FM 2M Mobile Transceiver

As its model name suggests, the new FT-2980R arrives with the solid feature configuration and mechanical toughness of the ever popular FT-2900R – with a superior output power that is upgraded to 80 Watts! With the new FT-2980R, four output power settings – 80W, 30W, 10W and 5W – are selectable, allowing each user to choose the power they want for their operating style and situations. A Massive Heatsink guarantees a solid 80 Watts of RF Power with no cooling fan needed. Thanks to a loud 3 Watts of audio output, the operator can enjoy reception – even in noisy environments.

Other useful functions included are; Alphanumeric Channel Display; 200 Memory Channels; CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built-in; Versatile Scanning Capability; Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection, Interactive Programming Menu, and so on.

– Massive Heatsink guarantees 80 Watts of RF Power with No Cooling Fan Needed
(Four selectable power output levels are provided: 80/30/10/5 Watts)
– Loud 3 Watts of Audio Output for noisy environments
– Large 6 Digit Backlit LCD ensure excellent visibility
– Excellent Receiver Performance
– Alpha-Numeric Channel Display
– 200 Memory Channels for serious users
– CTCSS and DCS Encode/Decode Built in
– Versatile Scanning Capability
– WX Channels with “Severe Weather” Alert
– Smart Search Operation
– DTMF Direct Access Microphone Included
– Wide/Narrow Deviation Selection
– RF-Squelch
– Interactive Programming Menu
– Supply Voltage Display
– 4-level Display Dimmer
– Dual Watch

Frequency Ranges: RX 136 – 174 MHz
TX 144 – 148 MHz
Circuit Type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
Modulation Type: F3E(FM), F2D(PACKET)
Output Power: 80 W/30W/10W/5W
Memory Channels: 200
Case Size(W x H x D): 6.3″ x 2.0″ x 7.3″ (w/o Knobs)
Weight: 4.2 lbs
Warranty: 3 Years

$199.95

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