Yaesu FT-65 E

Yaesu FT-65 E Dual Band Transceiver

The handheld radios FT-65E and FT-25E offer a very solid and well featured radio of a well known manufacturer at an excellent price. Both radios are designed for very easy operation. For example four 'Quick Recall Keys' offer programmable channels and functions which should be easily reached. The construction of the FT65/FT-25 is very robust and meets the IP54 specification and other environmental standards. Thsi ensure carefree operation even under inclement weather or in rough environments.

The maximum transmit power is 5W, which can be reduced to 2.5 or 0.5W. Supplied is a powerful rechargeable battery with 1950 mAh capacity, supporting many hours of operation. An even larger battery is offered as an option. Also included in the shipment is the rapid charger SBH-22 and a wall charger. With a suitable headset the FT65/FT25 even offer VOX operation, this is extremely helpful in situation where handsfree operation is required.

The FT-65E is a dual band two-way radio which operates on either VHF (2m) or UHF (70cm). The FT-25E is a VHF (2m) only radio. Both devices also offer a receiver for WFM broadcast on 78 to 108 MHz.

Note: The antenna connection on the radio is a recessed SMA connector, i. e. female thread and male inner conductor. Accordingly the antenna has an external thread and a female inner conductor. This means that only certain antennas from other manufacturers, e. g. Diamond antennas with a "J" in the product designation such as the SRJ-77CA, can be used.