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The UV-5RTP is Baofeng's tri-power version of the UV-5R handheld, transmitting at up to 8 watts on VHF and UHF instead of the 4 to 5 watts of the standard model. It covers 136–174 MHz and 400–520 MHz with 128 memory channels, a Li-ion pack, VOX hands-free operation and a built-in flashlight. It suits preppers, hams and off-road or campsite users who want cheap, wide-coverage UHF/VHF gear, but it is not a license-free radio and needs a programming cable and software to get the most from it. Owners rate it highly as a value starter radio; the usual complaints are the stock antenna, the manual and the steep learning curve.
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Lowest price we've seen: $18.99 on Nov 10 at Outlast Supply. Tracked across 3 stores since Nov 10.
Owners rate it 4.7 out of 5 and mostly praise the power and range for the money, calling it a solid first radio. Complaints center on the confusing manual, the stock antenna and interference in dense RF areas.
