The PRC-350 British Military Portable Radio.

Between the PRC-349 and PRC-351 you find the PRC-350 portable military radio. It is pretty compact, covers 36 to 56 MHz FM and outputs 2W. While pretty small compared to the 351/352, it still isn't as practical for prepping as a modern handheld, but could be part of a group communications plan. It is also very inexpensive for the quality you get. Yet I would not recommend it but for a limited set of applications due to their age. 6m FM is a great band, under-used and under-appreciated.
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[survivalcomms]

That is a cool radio for your collection. I have rebuilt several legacy packs using 18650 cells most recently a Motorola MX350 . I prefer using a battery holder over a BMS with the low current of < 5w radio and have had great luck for very little additional weight. The one pack lost 10 ounces just by eliminating the NICD cells. Thanks for sharing !

[CWB-RF]

Excellent video Gil, I enjoy these types of videos quite a bit. I enjoy 6 meters myself and often use nothing more than 6 meter roll up j-Pole antenna in a tree and my VX-7R.

[AdamosDad]

This reminds me of the AN/PRC-8, -9and -10 series of portable radio sets that we used in the 1960's for amphibious operations. These are man-pack sets, and, except for their operating frequencies and the components that determine these frequencies, they are similar electrically and mechanically. They are f-m equipment's that are designed for use with their shipboard counterparts AN/SRC-10, -11, and -12I remember setting these up in Vietnam for ship to shore. Great video for an old sailor to bring back memories.

[charlieb.]

Great video! I’ve been using 10 disposable D cells in my PRC-77. That’s about $15 or more for batteries but they last for months. I do need to look into a rechargeable solution. 73 Charlie, KM4ZZ

[Subgunman]

You just gave me an idea! Time to make a battery pack for my SGC2020 HF radio!
LiFePo for me need larger cells for extra standby time.

[acestudioscouk-Ace-GACE]

Interesting and I take your point regarding weight of radio not being good for prepping. The one big plus factor is that military radios are usually very frugal on power consumption. The PRC 320 is renowned for low consumption. A factor that could be very useful in some prepping situations.

[newfakerbr]

I did something similar with a PRC-501 and a PRC-77, it worked well, nice job.

[Anonopsmo]

nice radio, gil. and thank you for your translation of your latest french video. ;)

[Teslawaverunner]

Just subscribed to your patreon, love what your doing

[jamesbeemer]

It helps if the handset contacts are clean . The same with the power source connections . Um, if you want to disable the radio, a soldier can shoot it .

[keithballinger]

I agree with your comment re 6m being under-appreciated. I don’t hear much on 6m FM in north-east England. Another option could be 10 metres FM for tactical use.

[USXPOP]

Always a good video. I'm not into military radio, but it's always interesting.

[KPAL]

Portable Radio Communication PRC 350. I love your military radio collection. K9PAL.

[davidsradioroom]

I am retired military, so I am used to military radios. That may not be an efficient radio, but it certainly looks cool!

[jamescoffey]

I would use a painter's hot gun (very carefully!) to shrink plastic wrap. A lady's hair dryer might also work. I'm too chicken to use a blow torch. LOL Also, IIRC your battery voltage should settle down to 3.7 volts per cell after the initial charge to 4.2 volts. Oh BTW, I really like your penchant for military radios. I don't focus particularly on their prepper utility. I like the military rigs because they are very cool! 😊

[kondzio]

What does the radiation warning (sticker) mean? (on some devices)

[Ronl]

Hi Gil. I think you will be okay to use the Lifepo4 BMS with the lion cells. In fact it should make the 18650 cells last longer. The real problem would be if you had done the opposite by using a Lion BMS with Lifepo4 batteries. They would be consistently over charged. I divided the voltage I saw on your meter and the cell voltage should be 3.6 volts. If they were lithium polymer I might be concerned because they aren't as stable. Just thought I would mention this. 73. KF4UPI ~Ron

[johndeere]

At least you didn't burn down the house with the wrong BMS. We all screw up.

[stevejones]

You are as bad as me with a Blow Torch Gil😊..Hair dryers and Fan Heaters work well for shrink wrap.

[MrBadvok]

Could you not use C battery carriers with AA cells?