With extremely basic handheld radios starting at around ten dollars and a capable dual-bander being yours for somewhere over twice that, most licencees will now own a Baofeng UV5 or similar radio.

Long-Range Communication**: The BAOFENG UV-5R handheld radio ... long-distance communication.  2. **Dual-Band Capability**: This versatile radio covers both UHF and VHF bands, offering you ...