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Dual band, dual display HT transceiver. Since its introduction the UV-5R has seen a massive success, thanks to its performance and price.

There are several cosmetic variants of the UV-5R. These variants have no differences from the UV-5R besides their cosmetic design along with the possible removal of the 'Band Key' (no longer required in Gen. 2).

Variations include the: UV-5R v2+, UV-5RA, UV-5RE, UV-5R+ (Plus), along with several other lesser produced variants. Some of these variations may also no longer work with case specific accessories such as the original UV-5R batteries.

General characteristics

HAM bands
2m  70cm 
Frequency stability
± 2.5 p.p.m.
Tuning steps
2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25 kHz
Memories
128 channels in 1 bank(s)

Receiver

RX-range
65-108 / 136-174 / 400-480 MHz
Modulations
FM   N-FM  
Sensitivity
≤ 0.2 µV (12 dB SINAD)
Selectivity
?
Filters
?
Receiver system
?
IF-frequencies
?
Image rejection
65/60 dB
Audio output
1 W

Transmitter

TX-range
136-174 / 400-480 MHz
Modulations
FM   N-FM  
RF-output
1 / 4 W

Connections

Antenna
SMA
Impedance
50Ω
Other
-

Electrical

Power requirements
7.4 V DC Li-ion, 1800 mAh
Current drain RX
380 mA max, ≤ 75 mA in standby
TX
1.4 A max

Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d)
110 × 58 × 32 mm (4.33 × 2.28 × 1.26 in) excl. antenna
Weight
214 gr (7.6 oz)
Form factor
Handheld
Manufactured
Between 2011 and 201x in China

Other features

Usage
Amateur / Ham radio operators
Features + options
LED Flashlight
CTCSS / DCS
DTMF
1750 Hz
VOX
PC programmable
Accessories
-
RigReference ID
6009
MPN
BAOFENG-UV-000005R

Manuals, diagrams and brochures

Baofeng UV5R Circuit Diagram PDF - Unknown size, submitted by RigReference
UV-5R User Manual, annotated by KC9HI PDF - Unknown size, submitted by RigReference
 
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Reviews & stories

Rating Title Submitted
It's OK....... 3 years ago by Mike
400,000 plus units sold! 5 years ago by k6fu
Good Starter H.T. 8 years ago by N8GBU

New and second-hand prices

Estimating the value of a rig can be challenging. We collect prices paid by real hams over the years to help you estimate the value of a used Baofeng UV-5R. Just bought or sold this model? Let us know what you traded it for and help other ham operators!

Based on historic data, today's second-hand price of the Baofeng UV-5R is around:

  • EUR 12.00 ~ EUR 13.00
  • USD 22.00 ~ USD 17.00
  • AUD 171.00 ~ AUD 18.00

Price History Chart

These estimates are based on the following prices:

Year Historic price Condition Submitted by
2024 USD 34.00 New / Mint KN4DF
2021 USD 100.00 New / Mint dxace1
2020 USD 18.00 New / Mint eBay
2020 EUR 14.00 New / Mint eBay
2020 AUD 180.00 New / Mint Mike

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