Yaesu FT-65R

The Yaesu FT-65R is a rugged, lightweight and compact VHF/UHF handheld transceiver that offers up to 5W of output power along with lower power settings of 2.5W and 0.5W. The Yaesu FT-65R boasts an IP54 rating along with MIL-810-C, D and E.

The big front internal speaker provides 1 full watt of powerful, crisp and clear audio output which is a joy to your ears, especially for noisy environments.

The FT-65R features a newly designed large white background LED display that is vibrant and highly visible, even in the toughest conditions. The front panel also features 4 user programmable quick recall keys. Vox operation is available with the optional SSM-512B earpiece.

The FT65R is supplied with a 1950mAh Li-Ion battery pack that is capable of over 9 hours of operation. An optional 2500mAh Li-Ion provides over 11.5 hours of operating time. The FT-65R is also supplied with a 2.5 hour Rapid Charger to get you back on the air in a hurry!

In the box with the Yaesu FT-65R you will find an antenna, 7.4V 1950 mAh Li-Ion Battery (SBR-25LI), a rapid charger (SBH-22), AC Adapter (SAD-20B), Belt Clip (SHB-18), Operating Manual and Warranty Card.

– VHF/UHF Commercial Grade Dual Band Handheld Transceiver
– Compact Design, Measuring W 2.1” x H 4.1” x D 1.2” (52.5 x 104.5 x 31 mm)
– Rugged Construction; Meets IP54 Rating (Dust/Water protection) , MIL-810-C,D and E
– One Watt Powerful Audio Output and Clear Audio from the Big Front Speaker
– 5 Watts of Reliable RF Power within a Compact body
– Three Selectable TX Power settings (5 W (High)/2.5 W (Middle)/0.5 W (Low))
– Over 9 hours Operating time with Supplied 1,950 mAh Li-Ion Battery pack *1
– Optional High-capacity 2,500 mAh Li-Ion Battery Pack (SBR-26LI) provides over 11.5 hours of Extended Operating Time *1
– 2.5-Hour Rapid Charger (SBH-22) Included (Using SBR-25LI)
– QRK (Quick Recall Key) : Four User Programmable Keys for Quick Access to Favorite Functions
– Large White LED Flashlight, Alarm and Quick Home Channel Access for Emergency Signaling
– Versatile Scanning Capabilities : Programmed VFO Scan, Memory Scan, Priority Channel Scan, Weather Alert Scan
– WX Channels with “Severe Weather” Alert (US Version)
– VOX Operation with Optional VOX Earpiece Microphone (SSM-512B)
– PC Programmable with Optional Programming Cable (SCU-35)
– Transceiver-to-Transceiver Cloning with Optional Cloning Cable (SCU-36)
– FM Broadcast Receiver Equipped
– ARTS (Automatic Range Transponder System)
– DTMF Operation
– CTCSS/DCS Operation
– Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO)
– Battery Saver Function
– Automatic Power-Off (APO) Feature
– Transmitter Time-Out-Timer (TOT)
*1 (Tx) 6 sec. : (Rx)6sec. : (Standby) 48 sec Duty Cycle

RX Frequency Ranges:

65 – 108 MHz
136 – 174 MHz
400 – 480 MHz

TX Frequency Ranges:

144 – 148 MHz
430 – 450 MHz

Circuit Type: Direct-Conversion
Modulation Type: F2D, F3E
RF Power Output: 5 W/2.5 W/0.5 W
AF Audio Output: 1 W (Max power)
Case Size (W x H x D): 2.1” x 4.1” x 1.2” (52.5 x 104.5 x 31 mm) w/o Knob
Weight (Approx.): 9.17 Oz (260 g) with SBR-25LI and Antenna

Warranty: 3 Years

Yaesu FT-65R 5W VHF Handheld Transceiver
Antenna
7.4 V 1,950 mAh Lithium Ion Battery Pack (SBR-25LI)
Rapid Charger (SBH-22)
AC Adapter (SAD-20B)
Belt Clip (SHB-18)
Operating Manual
Warranty Card

$169.95

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