{"product_id":"bf-tech-ca-bf-f8rt-8w-dual-band-amateur-ham-radio-2-pack","title":"BF-TECH CA BF-F8RT 8W Dual-Band Amateur Ham Radio (2-Pack)","description":"\u003cstyle\u003e\n\/* --- Verified Fleetwood Digital PDP CSS --- *\/\n.fd-feature-list {\n  list-style: none;\n  padding: 0;\n  margin: 20px 0;\n}\n.fd-feature-list li {\n  display: flex;\n  align-items: flex-start;\n  margin-bottom: 15px;\n  font-size: 1.1em;\n  line-height: 1.6;\n}\n.fd-feature-list .icon {\n  font-size: 1.5em;\n  margin-right: 15px;\n  margin-top: -2px;\n  min-width: 25px;\n  text-align: center;\n}\n.fd-feature-list .fd-feature-content {\n  flex: 1;\n}\n.fd-feature-list .fd-feature-title {\n  font-weight: bold;\n  color: #333;\n  display: block;\n}\n.fd-feature-list .fd-feature-description {\n  color: #555;\n}\n\n\/* === SPECIFICATIONS MATRIX BASE STYLES === *\/\n.specs-table {\n  width: 100%;\n  border-collapse: collapse;\n  margin-top: 20px;\n}\n.specs-table th, .specs-table td {\n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  padding: 10px;\n  text-align: left;\n}\n.specs-table th {\n  background-color: #f9f9f9;\n  font-weight: bold;\n  width: 40%;\n}\n.specs-table thead {\n  display: table-header-group;\n}\n.specs-table tr:nth-child(even) {\n  background-color: #fdfdfd;\n}\n\n\/* --- Improved Mobile Layout (Stacked w\/ Colon) --- *\/\n@media (max-width: 600px) {\n  .specs-table { \n    border: 0 !important; \n  }\n  .specs-table thead { \n    display: none !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table tr:not([style*=\"f1f5f9\"]) {\n    border-bottom: 3px solid #000 !important;\n    margin-bottom: 15px !important;\n    display: block !important;\n    width: 100% !important;\n    box-sizing: border-box !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table tbody tr:not([style*=\"f1f5f9\"]) td:first-child {\n    display: none !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table td {\n    display: block !important;\n    width: 100% !important;\n    box-sizing: border-box !important;\n    border: none !important;\n    border-bottom: 1px solid #eee !important; \n    padding: 10px !important;\n    text-align: left !important;\n    white-space: normal !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table tr[style*=\"f1f5f9\"] {\n    display: block !important;\n    width: 100% !important;\n    margin-top: 10px !important;\n    border: none !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table tr[style*=\"f1f5f9\"] td[colspan=\"2\"] {\n    display: block !important;\n    width: 100% !important;\n    text-align: center !important;\n    font-weight: bold !important;\n    font-size: 1.1em !important;\n    color: #2a6496 !important;\n    background-color: #e6f2f8 !important;\n    border: 1px solid #bce8f1 !important;\n    border-bottom: 3px solid #2a6496 !important;\n    padding: 12px 10px !important;\n    box-sizing: border-box !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table td[data-label]::before {\n    content: attr(data-label) \":\";\n    display: block !important;\n    font-weight: bold !important;\n    text-align: left !important;\n    margin-bottom: 5px !important;\n    color: #111 !important;\n    position: static !important; \n    width: auto !important;\n    padding-right: 0 !important;\n  }\n  \n  .specs-table tr:last-child { \n    border-bottom: 0 !important; \n  }\n  .specs-table td:last-child { \n    border-bottom: 0 !important; \n  }\n}\n\n\/* === GENERAL NOTICE BLOCK STYLES === *\/\n.fd-notice-block {\n  background-color: #f8f9fa; \n  border: 1px solid #ddd;\n  border-radius: 8px;\n  padding: 16px;\n  margin: 20px 0;\n  box-sizing: border-box;\n}\n.fd-notice-title {\n  font-weight: bold;\n  font-size: 1.1em;\n  margin-top: 0;\n  margin-bottom: 10px;\n}\n\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"product-description-container\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEquip your station or communication team with the \u003cstrong\u003eBF-TECH CA BF-F8RT 8W Dual-Band Amateur Ham Radio (2-Pack)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Representing the refined 4th generation UV-5R evolution (internally designated as the UV-5X platform), the BF-F8RT steps up power output to a full \u003cstrong\u003e8 Watts of RF output\u003c\/strong\u003e while introducing upgraded receiver circuitry and extended battery longevity for licensed amateur radio operators.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSupplied as a complete two-radio package, each transceiver is configured for North American amateur spectrum under \u003cstrong\u003eITU Region 2 (144–148 MHz 2M VHF and 430–450 MHz 70cm UHF)\u003c\/strong\u003e. Powered by heavy-duty \u003cstrong\u003e2800mAh Li-ion battery packs\u003c\/strong\u003e, this kit provides up to 40% longer operating cycles than standard handhelds, giving you dependable power for club field days, emergency nets, simplex communications, and local repeater access.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c!-- AMATEUR RADIO LICENSING NOTICE BLOCK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-notice-block\" style=\"border-top: 4px solid #2a6496; background-color: #f0f7fc;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fd-notice-title\" style=\"color: #2a6496;\"\u003e📻 Amateur Radio Licensing Notice\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0;\"\u003eThis is an amateur radio transceiver. An \u003cstrong\u003eAmateur Radio Operator Certificate\u003c\/strong\u003e issued by \u003cstrong\u003eInnovation, Science and Economic Development Canada (ISED)\u003c\/strong\u003e (or an FCC Amateur License for US operators) is required to operate this equipment. Licensed operators are responsible for ensuring station operation complies with the guidelines set out in \u003cstrong\u003eISED RBR-4\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c!-- FULFILLMENT NOTICE BLOCK --\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-notice-block\" style=\"border-top: 4px solid #52b753; background-color: #f0fdf4; border-color: #bbf7d0;\"\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"fd-notice-title\" style=\"color: #15803d;\"\u003e📦 Direct Warehouse Dispatch\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp style=\"margin-bottom: 0; color: #166534;\"\u003eAll BF-TECH CA products \u003cstrong\u003eship direct from the BF-TECH CA distribution facility in Ontario\u003c\/strong\u003e. Orders are processed rapidly for reliable domestic carrier delivery anywhere across Canada with zero border delays or import brokerage fees.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Product Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul class=\"fd-feature-list\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e📦\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003eComplete 2-Radio Station Bundle:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eIncludes two matched BF-F8RT 8-Watt transceivers, two 2800mAh high-capacity batteries, dual charging docks, and dual accessories right out of the box.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e⚡\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003e8-Watt Tri-Power Selectable Transmitter:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eToggle between High (8W), Medium (4W), and Low (1W) power levels to punch through fringe repeater coverage or conserve operating power on local simplex.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e📡\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003eITU Region 2 Dual-Band Allocation:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eEngineered for North American 2-Meter (144–148 MHz) and 70-Centimeter (430–450 MHz) amateur bands with dual-watch receiver monitoring.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🔋\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003eHeavy-Duty 2800mAh Battery Capacity:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eHigh-capacity 7.4V lithium-ion battery packs offer approximately 40% more operational life than previous generation packs, ensuring all-day standby and transmit cycles.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🔄\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003e100% UV-5R Accessory Backward Compatibility:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eFully backwards-compatible with standard UV-5R accessories, including K1 speaker microphones, battery eliminators, desktop cradles, and programming cables.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"icon\"\u003e🎙️\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"fd-feature-content\"\u003e\n\u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-title\"\u003eFull DTMF Keypad \u0026amp; Node Control:\u003c\/span\u003e \u003cspan class=\"fd-feature-description\"\u003eFront tactile keypad allows direct frequency entry, standard CTCSS\/DCS tone squelch, and DTMF signaling for remote Autopatch, IRLP, and EchoLink repeater systems.\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's Included in the 2-Pack\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"specs-table\" style=\"margin-bottom: 25px;\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eComponent\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eQuantity \u0026amp; Description\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTransceiver Bodies\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x BF-TECH CA BF-F8RT (UV-5X) 8W Dual-Band Handheld Radios\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRechargeable Batteries\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 7.4V 2800mAh High-Capacity Li-ion Battery Packs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDual-Band Antennas\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x Flexible High-Gain Whip Antennas (SMA-Female)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCharging Hardware\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2x 110V AC Desktop Drop-In Rapid Charging Cradles \u0026amp; 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