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product_id: 45710566
title: "Original Yaesu FT-70DR FT-70 144/430 MHz Digital/Analog Handheld Transceiver - C4FM / FDMA - 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty"
brand: "yaesu"
price: "KSh80398"
currency: KES
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reviews_count: 9
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# IP54 Dust & Water Resistant Wide 108-579.995 MHz Band Coverage 7.4V 1800mAh Li-Ion Battery Original Yaesu FT-70DR FT-70 144/430 MHz Digital/Analog Handheld Transceiver - C4FM / FDMA - 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty

**Brand:** yaesu
**Price:** KSh80398
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📡 Stay Connected, Stay Ahead — The Ultimate Hybrid Handheld Radio

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** Original Yaesu FT-70DR FT-70 144/430 MHz Digital/Analog Handheld Transceiver - C4FM / FDMA - 3 Year Manufacturer Warranty by yaesu
- **How much does it cost?** KSh80398 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.ke](https://www.desertcart.co.ke/products/45710566-original-yaesu-ft-70dr-ft-70-144-430-mhz-digital)

## Best For

- yaesu enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted yaesu brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Plug & Play Programming:** Mini USB port enables easy software updates and programming, keeping your radio future-proof and user-friendly.
- • **Crystal Clear Audio Output:** 700mW front speaker delivers loud, crisp sound that keeps you connected with confidence.
- • **Customizable Group Communication:** Digital Group Monitor with 100 selectable DG-ID/DP-ID codes lets you create exclusive channels for your crew.
- • **Rugged & Ready for Any Environment:** IP54-rated dust and water protection ensures reliable performance wherever your adventures take you.
- • **Seamless Digital & Analog Switching:** Automatic Mode Select (AMS) instantly toggles between C4FM digital and analog FM for uninterrupted communication.

## Overview

The Yaesu FT-70DR is a compact, dual-mode handheld transceiver combining advanced C4FM digital and analog FM capabilities. Featuring IP54 dust and water resistance, wide frequency coverage (108-579.995 MHz), and a powerful 700mW speaker, it delivers exceptional audio clarity and rugged reliability. With Automatic Mode Select, customizable group IDs, and easy USB programming, it’s engineered for professionals who demand seamless, versatile communication backed by a 3-year manufacturer warranty.

## Description

The FT-70DR is a compact System Fusion transceiver providing both conventional analog FM operation and the advanced C4FM Digital mode. The FT-70DR provides up to 5W of reliable RF power, and its large Front Speaker delivers 700mW of Loud Audio Output. Because C4FM has better BER (Bit Error Rate) characteristics than other digital modulations, the user can expect exceptional audio quality. The digital FT-70DR includes Automatic Mode Select (AMS) function. AMS detects the operating mode of the received signal as C4FM Digital or analog FM, and then automatically and instantly switches the receiver to the appropriate mode. Users do not need to manually change between modes. The multi-colored LED Mode-Indicator displayed on the front allows the operator to easily see what mode the FT-70DR is in at any given moment. LED Mode-Indicator clearly and visibly shows the transmit/ receive mode by changing its color so that the operating mode of the transceiver is easily recognized at a glance. One of the other distinguishing features of the FT-70DR is Digital Group Monitor (GM) with DG-ID and DP-ID. DGID (Digital Group Identification) and DP-ID (Digital Personal Identification) are useful features now included in the FT-70DR, to simplify the GM operation. Simply put, the transceivers selecting the same DG-ID or DP-ID can communicate with each other. Between 00 and 99 DG-ID and DP-ID are selectable which provides loads of flexibility so that users can enjoy group communication with friends in GM mode in accordance to their individual operational needs.

Review: Great value for money. - This radio is great. With no digital experience I was on the air in less than 5 minutes. It sounds great and I’ve got great reports when on the air.
Review: A good HT, easy to use and program. - This is a great radio. Very easy to program with the keypad. Also easy to use and navigate through the user interface. The audio is really good for the size of the speaker. The battery life could be better. Charging will take a while. Recommend using the fast charge cradle sold separately, but the charge time is cut down significantly. Besides the battery life and charging, a great radio.

## Features

- IP54 Rating (Dust/ Water Protection) construction * Wide band receive coverage of 108 - 579.995MHz * Versatile Scanning Capabilities such as Programmable VFO Scan
- Memory Scan * Priority Channel Scan * External DC Jack for DC Supply Operation and to Charge the Battery
- Mini USB port for convenient programming and software updates * CTCSS/ DCS Operation * Automatic Power Off (AFO) feature
- RF Squelch * Transmitter Time Out Timer (TOT) * Busy Channel Lock-Out (BCLO)
- Included in the box: Antenna, SBR-24LI 7.4V 1800 mAh Li-Ion Battery, SAD-18B Battery Charger, Belt Clip, USB programming Cable, Warranty Card and Operating Manual. Three year limited manufacturer's warranty.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B06Y2697RX |
| Batteries | 1 Product Specific batteries required. |
| Best Sellers Rank | #1,283 in Portable FRS Two-Way Radios |
| Customer Reviews | 4.6 4.6 out of 5 stars (372) |
| Date First Available | April 5, 2017 |
| Is Discontinued By Manufacturer | No |
| Item Weight | 8.3 ounces |
| Item model number | FT-70DR |
| Product Dimensions | 4.5 x 3 x 1.5 inches |
| Waterproof | IP54 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** YAESU
- **Color:** Black
- **Frequency Range:** 144 - 148 MHz
- **Item Weight:** 8.32 ounces
- **Number of Batteries:** 1 Product Specific batteries required.
- **Number of Channels:** 40
- **Special Feature:** Waterproof
- **Talking Range Maximum:** 5 Mile
- **Water Resistance Level:** Water Resistant

## Images

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Great value for money.
*by B***Y on August 20, 2025*

This radio is great. With no digital experience I was on the air in less than 5 minutes. It sounds great and I’ve got great reports when on the air.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A good HT, easy to use and program.
*by R***D on June 12, 2022*

This is a great radio. Very easy to program with the keypad. Also easy to use and navigate through the user interface. The audio is really good for the size of the speaker. The battery life could be better. Charging will take a while. Recommend using the fast charge cradle sold separately, but the charge time is cut down significantly. Besides the battery life and charging, a great radio.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A Great Acquisition for the Ham Shack
*by L***D on November 14, 2025*

I have been an amateur radio operator for 65 years. In the past two years I have gotten interested in Digital Radio. I have one digital HT at home and I purchased this one to get on Yaesu's C4FM. It was a breeze to program manually. In a matter of a half hour I was able to program seven local repeaters into the FT-70DR. All of them came up perfectly. My first QSO was with a local ham who reported my signal was Q5 with crystal clear audio. This is a fine HT for anyone wanting to get started in amateur radio. Programming manually is easy, audio on both transmit and receive is excellent and the keypad is not overwhelming with lots of options. The manual is well laid out with clear step by step instructions. In short it is a great acquisition for the ham shack of the newcomer or the old timer. W3GLQ

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*Last updated: 2026-03-16*