Astro Saber R

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KD5NBU
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Astro Saber R

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Hello all,

I have an opportunity to trade for a good looking VHF Astro Saber I R portable, model H04KDC9PW5AN. Well i have never seen nor heard one of these and i was just wondering if anyone has delt with this particular radio and i would like some imformation on them. Are they good radios? How many channels, band split ect. Also it needs a battery and i was just curious if it took standard Saber batteries. Any help would be appreciated.
-Jon
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hmmm

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well, great radios.

but

you need a $150 battery... and no, standard saber batts will NOT work.

32 channels, two "zones" of 16


and

no belt clip - you have to stuff it in a holster


but

ONE HELL OF A TOUGH RADIO!

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Post by motisking »

I agree with Doug.

Cool to add to a Saber collection.
Or if you really need a unit that can stand just about any abuse you can put it thru.

But for an everyday talker, stick to the standard line.
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Post by KD5NBU »

Thanks for the reply's, that answers my question. I'll just keep my eye out for a regular VHF Astro Saber III.
-Jon
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