Review on 📻 Yaesu FT-65 FT-65R Original Dual-Band Rugged & Compact Handheld Transceiver, 144/440 MHz, 5W Output Power - 3-Year Warranty by Darrin Parasson

Name: 📻 Yaesu FT-65 FT-65R Original Dual-Band Rugged & Compact Handheld Transceiver, 144/440 MHz, 5W Output Power - 3-Year Warranty
Item: 📻 Yaesu FT-65 FT-65R Original Dual-Band Rugged & Compact Handheld Transceiver, 144/440 MHz, 5W Output Power - 3-Year Warranty
Rating: 5

September 13, 2022

Good solid construction HT, easy to use menus

Good solid construction HT, easy to use menus. It only comes with an abridged version of the manual. You need to download the complete "Advanced User Guide" from Yaesu website to understand all the functions. The stock antenna is stable. The radio makes a very well-made impression. Most of the problems are due to the fact that it is a new product in the Yaesu range. While not many accessories are available, as of February 2nd, 2018 there is no support for CHIRP. There are no proper tutorials on YouTube yet. This is a great first radio for a beginner or a good glove box for a seasoned amateur radio operator.

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