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IC-T8A

ICOM IC-T8A 6M/2M/440 HT

Frequency coverage (Unit: MHz) 6 meter: 50 - 54 2 meter: Tx: 144-148, Rx: 118-174 70cm: Tx: 440-450, Rx: 400-470
Output power (13.5V): 5 W or 0.5W
Mode: FM, WFM (Rx only), AM (118-136, Rx only)
Number of memory channels: 123 plus 1 call for each band
Dimensions: 58(W) x 107(H) x 28.5(D)mm 2.3(W) x 4.2(H) x 1.125(D)in
Antenna connector: SMA (50ohms)

The main purpose of getting the IC-T8A was so I could get on six meters. It is a good handheld for remote areas when I want that extra signal to get into repeaters, and a mobile portable while driving. It came without the stock antenna so I put the MFJ 1720S antenna on this rig.


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