Yaesu FT-2980R 80W 2M FM Mobile Transceivers

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Building on the success of their FT-2900R, Yaesu FT-2980R 80W 2M FM Mobile Transceivers are ruggedly-built 2 meter rigs with up to 80 watts of output power. No fan is required because of Yaesu's die-cast chassis/heat-sink design.

Four power levels are available: 5, 10, 30 and 80 watts. FT-2980R transceivers are certified to MIL-STD 810. These rugged FT-2980R rigs are very similar to the FT-2900R in features and capabilities, but transmit at higher power. Three watts of receiver audio output ensures that the operator can enjoy quality reception in noisy environments.

Yaesu FT-2980R features:

* Heavy heat sink allows a full 80-watt RF power level; no cooling fan needed
* Four selectable power output levels: 80/30/10/5 Watts
* Transmit coverage 144 to 148 MHz
* Extended receive from 136 to 174 MHz
* Dual Watch
* Three watts of audio output for noisy environments
* CTCSS and DCS encode/decode
* Large 6-digit backlit LCD screen
* Four display-brightness levels
* Alpha-Numeric channel display
* Supply Voltage Display
* 200 memory channels
* Versatile scanning capability
* Smart Channel Search
* NOAA Weather Channels with Severe-Weather alert
* MH-48A6J DTMF Direct Access Microphone Included
* Hand mic is backlit for operator convenience
* Wide/Narrow-Band Selection

Basic specifications:

* Receiver circuit type: Double-Conversion Superheterodyne
* Modulation Type: F3E for FM, F2D for PACKET
* Maximum output power: 80 W
* Case Size (W x H x D): 6.3 x 2.0 x 7.3 in. w/o protrusions
* Weight: 4.2 lbs.

Included accessories:

* DTMF microphone: MH-48A6JA
* Mobile mounting bracket
* DC power cord w/fuse
* Spare25A fuse
* Front elevating foot
* Owner's manual
* Warranty Card

If you want a GREAT, high-power 2m mobile rig, look no farther than one of these Yaesu FT-2980R 80W 2M FM Mobile Transceivers from DX Engineering!