The Yaesu FT-60 is a dual band (VHF/UHF) handheld transceiver. It is a popular choice for first time amateur radio (HAM) operators because it is dual band (2m/140Mhz and 70cm/440Mhz) and costs 200-250 USD. There are Internet groups devoted to using the FT-60R.[1]
| Category | Amateur Radio |
| Class | Hand-Held |
| Bands | VHF: 2-meter band UHF: 70-centimeter band |
| Rx | AM/FM: 108-520 / 700-999 MHz (cellular blocked in the US) |
| Tx | FM:144-148 MHz, 144-146(Europe); Pwr:0.5W, 2.0W, 5.0W FM:430-450 MHz, 430-440(Europe); Pwr:0.5W, 2.0W, 5.0W |
| Power | 7.2 VDC (internal battery), 6-9 VDC (AA battery pack), 6-16 VDC (external) |
| Dimensions (HxWxD) | 109 x 58 x 30 mm |
| Weight | 370 g (including battery) |
| First released | 2004 |
Contents |
2-Meter and 70 centimeter handheld transceiver with wide coverage receiver. Capable of 5 watts with emergency AA battery pack.