The FT-257 is a compact, simple to operate handheld radio that provides up to 5 Watts of RF power, along with loud audio output (800 mW) for the 70cm amateur band. The FT-257 ruggedly constructed water resistant body is sealed tight to meet IPX5 protection requirements. It is packed with popular and valuable features demanded by Amateur Radio operators around the world.
Compact and High Performance – the Perfect Handheld for Regular Reliable Communications
| Compact Size Case Size 2.45” (W) x 4.74” (H) x 1.52” (D) without knob, antenna, & belt clip Light Weight 9.9 oz with furnished battery, antenna, and belt clip Large LCD Diplay New Ergonomic design and Large Backlit LCD Display for better operation 5 Watts of Reliable RF Power RF Power Output 5.0 W (High) / 2.0 W (Middle) / 0.5 W (Low) (@7.4 V) Loud Audio 800 mW of Loud Audio for noisy field operations Wide Frequency Range RX 400 – 480 MHz. TX 430 – 450 MHz Rugged Case and Submersible Rugged case construction and Submersible (Water Protection IPX5 Rating) Lockout Capabilites Password Protection Keypad/Dial/PTT Lockout Plenty of Memory Channels 200 Memory Channels for Serious users Smart Search Smart Search for easily select active channels CTCSS and DCS Flexibility CTCSS (50 tones) and DCS (104 codes) Encode/Decode, with split Tone and DCS Encode-only capability DTMF Auto-Dial Nine DTMF Auto-dialer memories Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) Automatic Repeater Shift (ARS) Scanning Lots of Scanning Mode Flexibility: VFO / Memory / PMS / Dual Watch Adjustable TX Deviation TX Deviation level is adjustable (±5 kHz or ±2.5 kHz) Emergency Features Emergency Operation (Alarm, Flash, Morse Code Message) Automatic Power Off Transmit Time-Out-Timer (TOT) and Automatic Power-Off (APO) included Battery Voltage Display Know in at instant how much batter life is still available Automatic Transponder System ATS (Automatic Transponder System) “beeps” when moving out of communication range Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO) |
