Best MOBILE Ham Radio 2023 | Best Ham Radio for Vehicle

Are you looking for the best mobile ham radio for vehicle? In this video, we'll show you the top 13 mobile ham radios for vehicles in 2023. We'll also give you a brief overview of each ham radio, so you can make an informed decision about which one is best for you!

Whether you're a ham radio enthusiast or just want to stay connected in case of emergencies, this video is for you! We'll show you which mobile ham radios are still affordable and functional in 2023, so you can make the best decision for your needs!

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[aigu]

What I would like to see is quad band that is 2m/70cm/1.25m/6m. Might be a bit difficult to have a single antenna support all of these bands. If someone came out with this radio, they might have to sell an antenna for it too -- but I think it would make a good bundle if they could.

[taylorkaie]

One critique just from a scanner hobbyist as well, when mentioning wide-band receive capabilities, remember that they can only RX analog conventional systems. A lot of departments have gone to some form of digital mode (DMR/NXDN/ProVoice/EDACS/P25 Phase1/2) or utilize analog trunking systems; none of which can be received by most (only because I haven't exhausted researching) mobile/HT radios.

[Zach-KFC]

FTM-300 is my top choice. If I lived where there was no digital I would probably go with the Wouxun. Their HTs are feature packed for the price. I had the dual band Anytone 5888 in my truck for a year before moving it into the shack. It has poor selectivity. The B band would pick up Marine VHF or NOAA in my area, then when you switch over to that side it will stop.

[Fireman]

I would love to see this as a contest series, comparing 2 similar radios head-to-head in a bracket championship. TH9800 VS 578UViii, ID5100 VS FTM300DR, AT5888 VS IC2730, etc.

Compare Rx/Tx quality, power draw, heat/cooling system, menu access, mics, faceplate/mounting, screen quality, and last features (cross band repeat, dual monitor, APRS, how easy to do text/email, etc)

[JK-moov]

One thing I want to add for the Kenwood TMV71A - it has 5 full system memories - allowing 5 different settings configurations switchable on the fly.

[gfodale]

I'd love to see General this year. Working on Technician currently. Ya got me motivated a couple weeks ago. Lots to relearn as I was Technician back in the 1980s. I'll worry about radios when I get my ticket. I'm an old fart now, and don't need new, just functional. I can't believe the cost of a straight key now! Used to get them for $15 - $25 bucks. I'm considering setting up a foundry and casting a few in bronze, just to save a few bucks. (LOL) I already scored a Yaesu FT-101B. Same as what I used back in the day. Too good a deal and already familiar. I'm looking forward to exceeding my capabilities from back then. Saving up for Dayton Hamfest!

[mattxoverbey]

What id love to see this year.

1. Kenwood putting out a new radio. (Wishful thinking but I can still wish)

2. Like you, an all mode dual band radio.

3. Kenwood comes back and the first rig they announce is a dual band all mode radio.

[jr-]

I know it's discontinued, but I love my Yaesu FTM-7250DR and would recommend it to any new hams who can find one used.
** 2m/70cm with a wide Rx range - 108MHz - 579.995MHz
** Digital capable and easy to switch between modes (All I have to do is touch-key the mic to switch between analog and digital)
** Weather radio channels with programmable alerts when it receives severe weather notifications (very handy for my ARES spotting)
** Perfect entry-level price point (I got mine new in 2021 for $250, but am not sure what it's going for used)

[skepticalmechanic]

One of the top 5 Ham channels on YouTube… thanks for what U do! 😊

[KempOutside]

I just picked up one of the Anytone 5888 radios a few weeks ago. What a great radio!

[KERGP]

I want to see a replacement/upgrade for the Yaesu FT-857. A mobile "all band", HF, VHF/UHF, But also has 6m, and 1.25 (220) as well. Color touch screen, separate control unit so I can mount the business end in the trunk, and the head on the dash. That's what I want.

[WRND]

For my money in 2023 at least, I went with the Yeasu FT-818ND for battery powered portability, reliability, and versatility, and the Yeasu FT-991a for capability. 👍

[gregorysmith]

Another great video. Any chance you can do a video on the benefits of doing APRS? It just seems like a way to allow anyone to track my movements while I'm driving. I'm sure there's some other reasons to use APRS, but I haven't seen seen any other reason to use it.

[SteelWolf]

In 14 years of being a ham i've only used the 440 band 2 maybe 3 times. And that was only to program it in as some one mentioned it and maybe test it. This is not counting cross band repeat used by my ARES group at our yearly event as I use 2m in to the temp network.

[ryanhorn]

Pretty good run down!! I was waiting for this video from you for 2023, I knew it was coming! I would like to see some newer “shack in the box” type rigs. I am aware of the 991a but I mean something new and around the same form as my 706 mk2g. One can dream!
Ko4uhp
73!

[garberinc]

ID 5100 hands down for me. Quality, near repeater search, DStar are my reasons. But, to each their own!

[benjosevilla]

Great video and great line up. The ANYTONE AT5888UVIII is out of stock again at R&L and they say probably Dec 2023. I got my technicians just last Sept. and using an FT-60 from being a gmrs user with a few of the Wouxun radios. Have been interested with getting a triband with large screens, the ANYTONE ATD578UVIIIPLUS screen is just too small for me. Although just a dual band, the ALINCO DR735T large screen and features are very enticing. HRO sells the MARS mod for it too. I can hopefully use the DR735 for a while as a base then move it to my car. Working from home, I no longer spend a lot of time in the car.

[tulrich]

I just pulled the trigger this past weekend and ordered the Alinco. Dual band, dual VFO, removable head, data port for packet…it ticked all the boxes for me, and unlike the Yaesu FT-8800 (which would be my top choice if I could find one!) it’s still in production. This + a Mobilinkd = an APRS/Winlink station in my car. It’ll replace the Vero VGC VR-N7500 that I’ve been using for about a year, which is a fantastic concept but which has been really frustrating to use (the iOS app support is kind of abysmal).

[JoeKrol]

So I have an installation question. I’ll be installing the AT-5888UVIII in my volvo. The battery is not in the engine compartment it’s in the back of the SUV. I was also planning on putting the radio in the back and having the head in the front. Can I just go right to the positive and negative on the battery then?

[UnckieBub]

MORE 220 AND MORE SSB MOBILES FROM THE BIG JAPAN 3!!! You guys on the tube need to start pushing this!!!