Which is better the uv5r or uv82?
The 82 feels better in your hand. The body seems like it would withstand incidental contact with the elements better than the UV-5R, but it’s not waterproof. It also has fewer sharp edges to snag on things. The 82 is about 1″ taller (body only) than the 5R.
What is the range of a BaoFeng UV 82HP?
Many users have reported getting a range of up to 50 miles with the BaoFeng UV-82HP. This range can only be possible while using the maximum power of 8 watts on a clear day with no obstacles though.
What is the range of BaoFeng UV-5R?
Features – Original 2012 Product Launch (1st Gen.) The BaoFeng UV-5R is a compact hand held transceiver providing 4 watts in the frequency range of 136-174 MHz and 400-480MHz (520MHz later versions).
How far can a Baofeng Bf 888S transmit?
3 Kilometers
Range of 3 Kilometers – Baofeng BF-888S has a maximum range of 3 kilometers, and offers clear sound quality.
What is the difference between uv-5r and uv-82?
On the whole, there’s a gain of 1 watt with UV-82 when compared to UV-5R. The difference doesn’t necessarily improve the range; in fact, only a better quality antenna can really make a difference. In my experience, I found UV-82 to give a much more comfortable feel in hand than UV-5R.
Is Baofeng uv-5r better than uv-82hp?
If you are looking for a fairly better performance, we recommend BaoFeng UV-82HP. It’s an upgrade that’s worth every penny. Without any doubt, both these models are two of the most selling handheld Hams from BaoFeng. On the whole, there’s a gain of 1 watt with UV-82 when compared to UV-5R.
Why should ham operators switch to uv-82?
One of the main reasons HAM operators consider switching to UV-82 is the new chipset and PCB board. It outperforms the range and accuracy of the 2nd generation UV-5R chipset. In terms of features, there isn’t a stark difference between the two models, as seen below: