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Dual-band handheld radio clipped to a pack strap outdoors
Trailhead Pack
Our lightest dual-band pack. Grab it and go.
Dual-band mobile transceiver with hand microphone
Ridgeline Pro Pack
More power, longer runtime, two regions programmed.
HF field radio station set up outdoors
Longwave HF Pack
Portable HF for regional and long-distance contacts.
Price$449.00$689.00$1,189.00
AvailabilityIn stockShips in 3–5 business daysOnly 3 leftShips in 5–7 business daysBuilt to orderBuilt to order: ships in 3–4 weeks
Bands2 m / 70 cm (VHF/UHF)2 m / 70 cm (VHF/UHF)HF 160–6 m (amateur bands)
Transmit powerUp to 25 W, selectable low/mid/highUp to 50 W, selectableUp to 20 W
Battery12.8 V 6 Ah LiFePO412.8 V 12 Ah LiFePO412.8 V 12 Ah LiFePO4
Typical runtime10–14 hours (5/5/90 duty cycle)18–24 hours (5/5/90 duty cycle)6–10 hours (mixed SSB/digital)
AntennaDual-band flexible whip with counterpoiseCollapsible high-gain dual-band antennaEnd-fed wire antenna kit with throw line
WeightApprox. 6.4 lb (2.9 kg)Approx. 9.1 lb (4.1 kg)Approx. 11 lb (5 kg)
Carry systemSling bag with MOLLE panelPadded pack with 5052 aluminum framePadded pack with aluminum frame
License neededTechnician or higher to transmitTechnician or higher to transmitGeneral or higher for most HF privileges
Best for
  • New Technician licensees
  • Neighborhood and club nets
  • Hiking, camping and vehicle go-bags
  • Emergency-preparedness and ARES/RACES-style groups
  • Longer outings and multi-day events
  • Operators who want headroom for weak repeaters
  • General and Extra class operators
  • Parks and summits activations
  • Regional emergency nets
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