--- product_id: 544413225 title: "BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black" brand: "baofeng" price: "R1435" currency: ZAR in_stock: true reviews_count: 13 category: "Bao Feng" url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/544413225-bf-uv-5r-8-watt-dual-band-two-way-radio store_origin: ZA region: South Africa --- # 8W Dual Band Power 1800mAh Long Battery Life 128 Programmable Channels BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black **Brand:** baofeng **Price:** R1435 **Availability:** ✅ In Stock ## Summary > 📡 Power up your connection, anywhere, anytime! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black by baofeng - **How much does it cost?** R1435 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/544413225-bf-uv-5r-8-watt-dual-band-two-way-radio) ## Best For - baofeng enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted baofeng brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - • **Safety First with SOS:** Integrated emergency call function and alarm keep you prepared for any situation. - • **Stay Connected All Day:** Robust 1800mAh Li-ion battery keeps you powered for up to 2 days of continuous use. - • **Tailored Channel Control:** Access and customize up to 128 memory channels for seamless, personalized communication. - • **Built for Every Adventure:** IP54 water resistance and a high-gain antenna ensure crystal-clear signals rain or shine. - • **Unmatched Dual Band Power:** Boost your communication with 8 watts output—double the reach of previous models. ## Overview The BAOFENG BF UV-5R is a professional-grade dual band two-way radio featuring 8 watts of transmission power across VHF (144-146MHz) and UHF (430-440MHz) frequencies. Equipped with 128 programmable channels, a high-capacity 1800mAh battery, and IP54 water resistance, it delivers reliable, long-range communication up to 6 kilometers. Its smart design includes an SOS emergency function, adjustable LCD backlight, and multiple power settings, making it the ultimate companion for security, outdoor adventures, and fleet coordination. ## Description Baofeng Upgraded Version 8W UV-5R Walkie Talkie，Two Way Radios with LCD Display, Dual Band Ham Amateur Radio This BAOFENG 8W Power walkie-talkie is suitable for indoor and outdoor, best choice for security, supermarket, fleet, hiking, mountain climbing, fishing. 1. Frequency band: VHF/UHF(144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) 2. VHF and UHF bands and channel name displayed 3. Up to 128 menory channels 4. Squelch adjustable in 9 levels 5. SOS Emergency function 6. LCD display with backlight adjustable in 3 colors 7. VOX, Scan, Dual watch functions 8. Clear voice 9. Channel or frequency mode selection 10. Power save 11. TOT 12. DTMF function 13. Reverse function 14. Alarm function 15. Setting and storing of channel names 16. Busy channel lockout function 17. High/Milddle/Low(8/4/1W) power selection 18. 2pin accessory jack Content of the Packaging: 1x BAOFENG 8W Radio UV-5R 1x 7.4V 1800mah Li-ion Battery 1x Original Antenna 1x Belt Clip 1x Hand Strap 1x Earpiece 1x UK Or EU type Adapter 1x Desktop Charger 1x English Manual Review: Really good radio, long range and very good battery life - This is the 2nd UV-5R I’ve bought, this time for my brother. We use it whilst driving which is a complete different experience, the range goes for about 4-5 miles on the motorway and about 2-3 miles in the city. The dual band is very useful when we are in convoy with others and the battery lasts up to 2 days of constant use. Sound quality is pretty good and it’s really easy to use. Would recommend buying an external wired speaker mic for when driving. Would definitely recommend! Review: Great budget radio - Great little budget radio for amateur radio operators. Always good to have around or to throw in the car before you travel. ## Features - Frequency Range: VHF: 144MHz-146MHz; UHF:430MHz-440MHz. in accordance with local laws and conditions. - Upgrades from our Previous Generation UV-5R: Twice the Output Power (8 watts up from 4 watts output),V-85 High Gain Antenna. - Classic Baofeng Series, Frequency Range: UHF/VHF, FM radio; 128 channels - Smart Design: This two-way radio supports keyboard and features a built-in LED torch and an emergency call function. - One Year Warranty ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B0C99TZQP3 | | Best Sellers Rank | 5,467 in Electronics & Photo ( See Top 100 in Electronics & Photo ) 35 in Portable FRS Two-Way Radios | | Box Contents | radio | | Brand | BaoFeng | | Brand Name | BaoFeng | | Colour | Black | | Compatible Devices | Other bi-directional FM/UHF radios | | Connectivity Protocol | VHF, UHF | | Customer Reviews | 4.1 out of 5 stars 755 Reviews | | Frequency Range | 144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF | | Frequency range | 144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF | | Manufacturer | Yunology | | Model Number | BF UV 5R | | Number of Batteries | 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) | | Number of Channels | 128 | | Number of channels | 128 | | Product Features | Emergency SOS, VOX, dual watch, channel name storage, channel lock, power selection, alarm function, reverse function, DTMF function | | Product Warranty | One Year Warranty | | Special feature | Emergency SOS, VOX, dual watch, channel name storage, channel lock, power selection, alarm function, reverse function, DTMF function Special feature Emergency SOS, VOX, dual watch, channel name storage, channel lock, power selection, alarm function, reverse function, DTMF function See more | | Talking Range Maximum | 6 Kilometer | | Talking range maximum | 6 Kilometer | | Tuner Type | UHF, VHF | | UPC | 755745104819 | | Unit Count | 1.0 count | | Voltage | 7.4 Volts | | Water Resistance Level | Water Resistant | | Waterproof Rating | IP54 | ## Product Details - **Brand:** BaoFeng - **Colour:** Black - **Frequency range:** 144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF - **Included components:** radio - **Number of batteries:** 1 Lithium Ion batteries required. (included) - **Number of channels:** 128 - **Talking range maximum:** 6 Kilometer - **Voltage:** 7.4 Volts - **Water resistance level:** Water Resistant ## Images ![BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61hbWTUPajL.jpg) ![BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51F3+zC0+iL.jpg) ![BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/51OTB-7pNtL.jpg) ![BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61LF6-Nng0L.jpg) ![BF UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Ecdx-Pw0L.jpg) ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Really good radio, long range and very good battery life *by M***M on 5 November 2024* This is the 2nd UV-5R I’ve bought, this time for my brother. We use it whilst driving which is a complete different experience, the range goes for about 4-5 miles on the motorway and about 2-3 miles in the city. The dual band is very useful when we are in convoy with others and the battery lasts up to 2 days of constant use. Sound quality is pretty good and it’s really easy to use. Would recommend buying an external wired speaker mic for when driving. Would definitely recommend! ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great budget radio *by P***K on 21 June 2025* Great little budget radio for amateur radio operators. Always good to have around or to throw in the car before you travel. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ It is an OK unit *by G***C on 25 September 2023* I have been a amateur radio enthusiast for a couple of decades. I really only now use the 2m and 70cm if I am out and about. Hence why I picked these little radios. This one is my 2nd one, that is a Baofeng, my other being the UV-6R. Why did I get this one? Simple for the 8W, or alledgedly 8W. I also run a Yaesu 70D but I find the battery life on that is very very low. So, I got this one, it is smaller than the UV-6R which is nice. Programming the channels, bothe Repeater and simplex is easy, however, by using the Chirp program, this makes it even easier, although, in this pack I got, I did not get the programming cable,. so had to buy one on Amazon, they are around £9.99. The sound from this unit is a little on the tinny side and not as loud as the UV-6R which is a shame, but hey we cannot have everything in a lesser model Obviously, with this radio, you do not get WIRES nor the digital it is purely an analogue UHF VHF transmitter Remember people, to operate the transmitting potential of this radio, you MUST hold a Amateur Radio Licence.. Would I recommend this radio? If you just got your licence and are not sure about if you are going to enjoy it, then I would say as a first radio, get this. Or even as a cheap portable radio to walk around with, yes. ## Frequently Bought Together - BaoFeng UV-5R 8-Watt Dual Band Two-Way Radio (144MHz-146MHz VHF & 430MHz-440MHz UHF) Includes Full Kit, Black - BaoFeng BL-5L 3800mAh Extended Battery Compatible with UV-5R UV-5RTP UV-5R Plus BF-F8HP, BF-F9 Two Way Radio Walkie Talkie - Baofeng Air Acoustic Tube Earpiece Throat Mic Air Tube Earpiece Headset for Baofeng UV5R BF-888s --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - 🛒 **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** — Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** — Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - 💰 **No Hidden Fees** — All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - 🔄 **15-Day Free Returns** — Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - 🔒 **Secure Payments** — Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** — Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/544413225-bf-uv-5r-8-watt-dual-band-two-way-radio](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/544413225-bf-uv-5r-8-watt-dual-band-two-way-radio) --- *Product available on Desertcart South Africa* *Store origin: ZA* *Last updated: 2026-07-11*