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| Number of Channels | 1000 |
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| Additional Features | Adjustable Receiver Sensitivity, Dual Band, Long Range, Noise Reduction, Voice Operated Transmission |
| Frequency Range | 1.25M, Aviation RX, FM RX, UHF, VHF |
| Talking Range Maximum | 5 mile |
| Voltage | 7.4 volts |
| Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant |
| Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
| Compatible Devices | Analog Two Way Radio |
| Battery Average Life | 10 hours |
| Connectivity Protocol | GPS, Part 97 FCC |
| Tuner Type | VHF/1.25M/UHF |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3"D x 3"W x 11"H |
| Item Weight | 11 ounces |
| Color | Black |
| Model Number | BF-F8HP PRO |
| Built-In Media | BF-F8HP PRO Radio, 2500mAh Battery, Desktop Charger, USB-C to USB Charging Cable, Belt Clip, Screws, Earbuds, Wrist Strap, V85 Dual Band Antenna (VHF/UHF), V21 Dual Band Antenna (VHF/1.25M), User Manual |
| Unit Count | 1 Count |
| Manufacturer | BTECH |
| UPC | 850004124567 |
| Mfr Part Number | BF-F8HP PRO |
| Warranty Description | 1 year for products purchased through BaoFengTech.com |
| Waterproof Rating | IP54 |
| Number Of Channels | 1000 |
| Special Feature | Adjustable Receiver Sensitivity, Dual Band, Long Range, Noise Reduction, Voice Operated Transmission |
| Talk Range Maximum | 5 mile |
| Item Depth Width Height | 3"D x 3"W x 11"H |
| Num Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) |
Outgrow the basic handheld. The BF-F8HP PRO gives amateur operators a serious, affordable upgrade with tri-band capability, aviation AM/NOAA/FM receive, GPS support, 1000 organized and grouped channels, and USB-C charging. Backed by a U.S.-based firmware team, it is built to evolve after you buy it.
Upgrade Past Basic
The Baofeng backed by real firmware updates, better support, and a radio platform made to evolve.
More Than Ham RX
While basic HTs sit quiet, BF-F8HP PRO keeps you aware with wide aviation AM RX, NOAA, FM, and more.
More Band Options
Get 2M, 1.25M, and 70CM in one serious handheld instead of settling for basic dual-band.
10 Programmable Zones
Skip the endless channel list. Organize 1000 memories into zones built around how you operate.
Real Update Support
Unlike disposable budget radios, BF-F8HP PRO is backed by real firmware updates and support.
Pair your BF-F8HP PRO with a compatible Nagoya NA-320A antenna to improve real-world performance for your operating band, location, and terrain. A better setup starts where the signal begins.
Keep your BF-F8HP PRO ready with USB-C charging from a wall adapter, vehicle, campsite power, or power bank. Pair with the BL-5RHL battery for more operating time.
Connect with PC03 to program channels, zones, tones, and repeaters faster, then use BTECH software for firmware updates, custom boot screens, and custom audio packs.
The QHM22 makes the BF-F8HP PRO easier to use in motion. Clip the radio to your belt or pack, keep the mic at your shoulder, and operate faster on trails, events, job sites, or around camp.
Pair your BF-F8HP PRO with the UT-72 magnetic mount antenna to move your signal outside the vehicle, reduce body shielding, and create a cleaner mobile setup for road trips, events, and field use.
Add the BL-5RHL battery eliminator to power your BF-F8HP PRO from your vehicle for longer monitoring, travel, events, and mobile use without draining your handheld battery.
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Use 2M, 1.25M, and 70CM amateur bands to connect through more local repeaters, clubs, travel routes, and field operating setups.
Check aviation AM, NOAA weather, FM, and additional local VHF/UHF receive channels so your radio stays useful even when local repeaters are quiet.
Create zones for home repeaters, travel, airband, NOAA, simplex, events, clubs, and emergency plans instead of scrolling one endless channel list.
Use USB-C charging, CHIRP/BTECH software, firmware updates, custom boot screens, and audio packs to keep expanding what your BF-F8HP PRO can do.
The BF-F8HP PRO is different because BTECH keeps improving how those features actually work. A U.S.-based firmware team has refined the menus, receive capabilities, CPS, programmable controls, and process around real use. There are so many firmware-level improvements we cannot list them all here. Read the BF-F8HP PRO firmware release notes and you will see the difference: this is not a disposable budget handheld. It is a supported radio platform built to keep improving after you buy it.
| Radio Type / Service | 7th Gen tri-band handheld amateur radio transceiver for licensed amateur operators. Supports handheld simplex, repeater operation, monitoring, scanning, GPS utility, PC programming, and firmware updates. |
| Memory Channels / Zones | Up to 1000 programmable memory channels arranged into 10 zones. Each zone can hold up to 100 channels, allowing separate channel groups for local repeaters, travel, simplex, airband receive, NOAA, events, clubs, and emergency plans. |
| Amateur TX / RX Bands | Tri-band amateur transmit/receive coverage: 144–148 MHz VHF 2M, 222–225 MHz 1.25M, and 420–450 MHz UHF 70CM. Designed for licensed amateur operation on all three supported ham bands. |
| Wide RX Frequency Coverage | Receiver coverage includes 88–520 MHz FM/AM according to the appropriate band plan |
| Transmit Power Levels | 10W VHF/UHF and 5W on 1.25M |
| Display / Interface | 1.77-inch TFT color display with upper/lower display areas, zone indication, VFO/channel information, GPS/keypad lock/dual-watch/VOX icons, and channel/frequency display behavior. Firmware updates added/refined display features including approximate dBm received signal strength readout. |
| Channel Programming | Supports channel names, RX/TX frequency programming, repeater offsets, bandwidth selection, CTCSS/DCS tones, channel add/delete/modify, scan add/remove, Busy Channel Lockout, display mode options, and RX-only memory channels. Firmware V0.53 added keypad-programmable RX-only memories by setting TX frequency to 0. |
| Scanning Functions | Supports VFO/frequency scanning, channel scanning, scan range settings, CTCSS scan, DCS scan, scan add/remove, nuisance/skip style control, and scan modes including time, carrier, and search behavior. Firmware updates added/refined linked zone scanning and weather/FM scanning behavior while locked when assigned to side keys. |
| GPS / Location Functions | Built-in GPS positioning functions with settings for GPS on/off, GPS mode, GPS/Beidou options, time zone, speed units, current location, position information, longitude, latitude, altitude, distance, and direction display behavior. |
| Signaling / Tones / DTMF | Supports CTCSS, DCS, custom CTCSS entry, DTMF manual dialing/encoding, ANI ID, PTT ID options, DTMF side tone controls, PTT code delay, signaling code settings, and tone burst options including 1000 / 1450 / 1750 / 2100 Hz. |
| Battery / Charging | Lithium-ion battery system with desktop charger and direct USB-C battery charging. Manual lists approximately 15 hours at 5W using a 5% TX / 5% RX / 90% standby duty cycle. Battery can be charged directly by USB-C, including from compatible field or power-bank setups. |
| Antenna / Accessory Connection | 50-ohm antenna system. Includes antenna support for amateur and wide receive use. Uses K1-style 2-pin accessory interface for speaker mics, earpieces, and programming cables. |
| RF / Electrical Specs | Frequency stability: ±2.5 ppm. Modulation: 16K0F3E / 11K0F3E. Receiver sensitivity listed around 12 dB SINAD / -120 dBm. Adjacent channel selectivity listed around -60 dBm. Intermodulation/rejection listed around -70 dBm. Audio output listed as 0.75W at 16 ohms. Audio distortion: ≤5%. Antenna impedance: 50 ohms. |
| Physical / Environmental | Operating temperature: -10°C to +60°C. Dimensions: 135 × 61 × 39 mm, excluding antenna. Weight: 260 g with Li-ion battery. Product listing and marketing identify the radio as IP54. Package includes radio body, lithium-ion battery, belt clip, antennas, desk charger, wall adapter, earpiece kit, wrist strap, and manual. |
| Additional Features | Tri-band 2M/1.25M/70CM operation, aviation AM, NOAA weather, FM radio, wideband scanning, 1000 channels, 10 zones, channel names, color TFT display, GPS/Beidou location tools, dual watch, VOX, selectable power, adjustable squelch, repeater offsets, CTCSS/DCS, DTMF, tone scan, scan add/remove, Busy Channel Lockout, TOT, RX-only channels, linked zone scanning, dBm signal readout, CHIRP/CPS support, firmware updates, custom boot screens/audio packs, USB-C charging, and K1 accessory support. |
| Range & Coverage | Handheld-to-handheld range is often 1–3 miles in town or woods, 3–8 miles in open terrain, and farther with clear line of sight. A well-placed amateur repeater can extend coverage dramatically, often 10–50+ miles depending on elevation, location, and conditions. For best results, use the correct band, a tuned antenna, high ground, and an external antenna in vehicles. |
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