Radtel RT-880G GPS APRS Handheld Ham Radio 10W
- GPS and APRS tracking with distance and direction
- Cross-band repeater, UHF and VHF
- Receives AM, FM, SSB, CW, LW, MW, SW and air band
- 144-148MHz and 420-450MHz, 1024 channels
- 2400mAh battery, USB-C charging
- SW and MW antennas included, 2.4 inch color display
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A feature-packed handheld for licensed hams and radio hobbyists who want APRS, GPS and wide receive coverage in one unit. It is not water resistant.
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ASIN: B0F9LLKCKFModel: RT-880GCategory: Two-Way Radios
Overview
Ham radio hobbyists get a handheld that combines GPS tracking, APRS messaging and a cross-band repeater with wideband reception from shortwave to air band. Separate SW and MW antennas plug into a dedicated port.
APRS and GPS let a group see each other's positions, and the receive coverage turns the radio into a portable shortwave and air band listener. All that capability makes the menus deep, and the radio is not water resistant.
Who it's for
Amateur radio operators, hikers who track positions with APRS and listeners who scan shortwave and air band. Families wanting simple push-to-talk radios will find it more complex than needed.
Pros and cons
- GPS with track recording
- APRS encode and decode
- Wideband receive with SSB
- Custom side keys
- Not water resistant
- Complex for casual users
- Weight not listed
Performance notes
Shortwave and medium wave reception depend on fitting the matching antenna to the dedicated port, since the stock antenna is tuned for the ham bands. APRS positioning relies on a GPS fix, and the cross-band repeater relays signals between UHF and VHF to extend coverage.
Specifications
| Brand | radtel |
|---|---|
| Model | RT-880G |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.26 x 2.36 x 12 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Frequency Range | 144-148MHz / 420-450MHz |
| Talking Range Maximum | 10 kilometer |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Battery | 2400mAh Li-ion, USB-C charging |
| Compatibility & installation | |
| Connectivity Protocol | APRS, GPS |
| Warranty & support | |
| Warranty Description | 1 year |
| Other details | |
| Tuner Type | AM, FM, USB, LSB, CW, CB, LW, MW, SW, SSB, air band receive |
| Number of Channels | 1024 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not water resistant |
| BuiltIn Media | Radio, 2400mAh battery, dual band antenna, MW antenna, SW antenna, belt clip, Type C cable, USB power supply, manual |
| Additional Features | Cross-band repeater, track recording, custom side keys |
| Impedance | 50 ohm |
| Display | 2.4 inch color |
Frequently asked questions
How do I connect the shortwave antenna on the Radtel RT-880G?
The radio has a dedicated port for a shortwave antenna, and SW and MW antennas are included.
Can the Radtel RT-880G transmit on shortwave?
The listing describes SSB, SW and MW as receive functions; transmit is listed for 144-148MHz and 420-450MHz.
Does the Radtel RT-880G show other users' locations?
Yes, with APRS it decodes positions and calculates distance and direction when GPS coordinates are included.