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The KPA500 amplifier matches the Elecraft K3 HF-transceiver perfectly. It delivers 1500 W output with 40 W input.
A special remote controlled version is available without the front controls.

Introduction price USD 5995.-

General characteristics

HAM bands
160m  80m  60m  40m  30m (WARC)  20m  17m (WARC)  15m  12m (WARC)  6m  10m 
Frequency stability
?
Tuning steps
?
Memories
None

Transmitter

TX-range
160-10m + 6m
Modulations
All mode  
RF-output
500 W @ 40 W input

Connections

Antenna
SO-239
Impedance
50Ω
Other
-

Electrical

Power requirements
External PSU
Current drain RX
-
TX
1500 W

Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d)
115 × 340 × 290 mm (4.53 × 13.39 × 11.42 in)
Weight
10.00 kg (22.1 lbs)
Form factor
Base Station
Manufactured
Between 2017 and 20xx in USA

Other features

Usage
Amateur / Ham radio operators
Features + options
-
Accessories
-
RigReference ID
6157
MPN
ELECRAFT-KPA001500

Manuals, diagrams and brochures

Elecraft KPA1500 Owner's Manual Rev B1 PDF - 2.12 MB, submitted by RigReference
Elecraft KPA1500 Programming Reference Ver-2.34 PDF - 605.1 kB, submitted by RigReference
 
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New and second-hand prices

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Based on historic price data, today's estimated value of the Elecraft KPA1500 in Good condition is around:

  • USD 4,244

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These estimates are based on the following prices:

Year Historic price Condition Submitted by
2017 USD 5995.00 New / Mint RigReference

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