Radio UV-5R Military (VHF,UHF), Baofeng, Green

Baofeng UV-5R Two-Way Radio (VHF/UHF) – Military Edition

Baofeng UV-5R is one of the most popular handheld dual-band radios, renowned for its excellent balance of price, performance, and functional features.

This radio operates on both VHF and UHF bands, enabling communication across a wide range of frequencies, including repeaters, shared channels, and commonly used outdoor frequencies.

The device features a clear dual-band display that shows two frequencies simultaneously. The Dual Watch function monitors both channels at the same time, ensuring you never miss important communication. Compact and lightweight, the UV-5R fits comfortably in hand, pocket, or radio pouch.

The radio offers adjustable transmit power, allowing you to optimize the balance between range and battery life. High and low power options are available for both bands, suitable for long-range communication or short-range use. With 128 memory channels and support for CTCSS and DCS coding, the radio ensures clear and interference-free transmission.

Key practical features include VOX hands-free mode, PC-programmable channel naming, adjustable squelch, selectable channel width (Wide/Narrow), and Power Save mode for extended battery life. The integrated FM radio allows you to listen to your favorite stations while monitoring communication channels.

Additional safety and convenience features include an LED flashlight, voice guidance, low battery indicator, transmission time-out timer (TOT), Roger Beep sound alerts, and keypad lock to prevent accidental operation. Thanks to compatibility with Kenwood 2-pin accessories, external microphones, headsets, or PTT buttons can be easily connected.

For added protection and comfort, it is recommended to use a durable radio case, ideally with a MOLLE system, which allows secure attachment to a tactical vest, plate carrier, belt, or backpack. The well-designed controls make the radio easy to operate even while wearing gloves.

Baofeng UV-5R is the perfect choice for users seeking a reliable, versatile, and affordable radio for hobby use, outdoor adventures, airsoft, or amateur radio experimentation.

This radio is also available in a universal black design.

Features – Military Edition Baofeng UV-5R (VHF/UHF)

• Dual-band display
• Dual Watch for simultaneous monitoring of two frequencies
• Selectable power: 5W/1W (VHF) and 4W/1W (UHF)
• 128 memory channels
• 50 CTCSS and 104 DCS options
• VOX function with 10 sensitivity levels
• Color display backlight: orange, purple, blue
• LED flashlight
• FM radio with channel monitoring
• Voice guidance (English/Chinese)
• Low battery indicator
• Roger beep function
• Time-out timer (TOT)
• Keypad lock function
• Channel monitor
• VHF frequency range: 136–174 MHz
• UHF frequency range: 400–520 MHz
• Tuning steps: 2.5/5/6.25/10/12.5/25/50 kHz
• Power: 5W/1W (VHF), 4W/1W (UHF)
• Memory channels: 128
• CTCSS tones: 50
• DCS codes: 104
• Offset: up to 70 MHz (+/−, reverse)
• VOX: 10 sensitivity levels
• Display backlight: blue, purple, orange
• Squelch: 0–9
• Tone: 1750 Hz
• Channel width: Wide/Narrow
• Identification: ANI-ID, PTT-ID
• Power Save: 4 levels
• Antenna connector: SMA Male
• FM radio: 65.0–108.0 MHz
• Dimensions: 121 × 51 × 28 mm
• Battery voltage: 7.4 V
• Material: Plastic

Package Contents

• UV-5R two-way radio
• 7.4V 1800 mAh Li-ion battery
• Dual-band SMA Female antenna
• Charging cradle
• Belt clip
• English user manual (Czech version available for download at the end of the product description)
• Hands-free headset

Downloadable Software

The programming software allows easy setup and management of the radio via computer, including editing memory channels and system parameters. A USB programming cable (Kenwood 2-pin) and a Windows PC are required.

You can download the software from this link: here.