OPEN BOX: Wouxun KG-UV8D+ VHF/UHF Dual Cross Band Repeat Amateur Ham Radio
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30 DAY EXCHANGE / 90 DAY WARRANTY
- Dual receivers (same band)
- Cross band repeat mode
- Large COLOUR screen
- 999 Memory Channels
- Duplex mode (Band A TX and Band B RX at the same time)
- Japanese style (SMA-F) antenna connector (Requires SMA-M antenna)
Introducing the Wouxun KG-UV8D This dual band, amateur ham radio is the upgrade to the popular KG-UV6D with more powerful features and the new large colour LCD screen.
The KG-UV8D operates at 5W (4W UHF). It features over 900 programmable memory channels compatible with both simplex and repeater pairs. Standard repeater tones are also available (CTCSS / PL) and you can set the frequency shift for + or - to either than standard 600Hz / 5kHz or set your own, perfect for working satellites with an odd offset.
The KG-UV8D also has duplex cross-band repeat built in. Great for setting up your own temporary repeater, for example at a camp ground. You can also receive two signals at the same time on the same band, great for monitoring a calling frequency while in a QSO on your favourite repeater.
The KG-UV8D is packed with all the features you would expect to find in a ham radio. Channel Name edit and display, Dual Standby, 76-108Mhz FM radio, DTMF encoding, low voltage voice prompt,
The KG-UV8D is powered by 7.4v 1700mAh high capacity Li-Ion battery pack for maximum uptime during operation. Power saver mode helps increase efficiency and preserve battery life, great for when working public service events. Ultra capacity batteries are also available for when additional run time is required.
The Wouxun KG-UV-8D comes standard with a one year Wouxun Warranty, which is administered in Canada by Fleetwood Digital when you purchase from us. Other dealers will give you a 30 day return, and then after that your on your own. NOT AT FLEETWOOD! We look after you for the entire duration of the warranty period, ONE FULL YEAR.
- More Memories
- Large COLUR LCD display
- Cross Band Repeat

Features (Subject to change)
- Dual alpha numeric, colour backlit display with channel name edit
- Selectable high/low power settings (VHF: 5W high/2W low) (UHF: 4W high/2W low)
- Includes extended life high capacity li-ion battery as standard (1700Mah)
- Includes intelligent desktop 3-4 hour rapid charger
- Loud speaker audio output (500 mW)
- Bright flashlight illumination function
- Built to IP55 waterproof rating
- English female voice prompts enable non-sighted operation (can be turned off)
- 999 memory channels
- VOX Function
- Digital FM radio (76-108MHz) with automatic tuning and storing, radio frequency display, 18 FM memories in 2 banks
- Wide/narrow bandwidth selection (25 or 12.5 kHz)
- Power on display: show battery voltage, 6-character customizable welcome message, or display test
- Windows PC programmable, optional cable required.
- Radio to radio cloning with optional cable
- Same channel: VHF TX & UHF RX or UHF TX & VHF RX available
- 105 groups DCS/50 groups CTCSS
- DTMF encoding (includes ABCD tones, continuous with button press duration)
- CTCSS encode/Decode (no decode delay)
- Stopwatch function
- SOS function
- Low-voltage voice prompt
- Busy channel lockout
- Selectable transmit over timer (from 15 to 600 seconds)
- Selectable step sizes of 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 25, 50 or 100 kHz
- Multiple scan modes including priority scan
- Keypad lock (auto or manual)
- Programmable by computer
- High contrast white backlit keypad.
BELOW SPECS SUBJECT TO CHANGE
Specifications |
KG-UV8D |
Frequency Range |
VHF: 144-148MHz IC: 9253A-WOUXUN03 |
Memory Channels |
999 channels (10 X 100 Banks) |
Operating Voltage |
7.4 VDC |
Operating Temperature |
-22°F to 140°F (-30°C to +60°C) |
Dimensions (W x H x D) |
61mm x 124mm x 33mm (without antenna) |
Weight |
490 grams |
RF Carrier Power |
VHF: 5W high/2W low, UHF: 4W high/2W low |
Audio Output Power |
500mW |
Waterproof Rating |
IP55 waterproof rating |
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Antenna Impedance |
50Ω |
Sensitivity (12dB SINAD) |
0.16 µV |
Receive/Squelch Sensitivity |
≤0.2 µV |
Audio Distortion |
≤5% |
Audio Modulation |
+3dB (pre-emphasis by 6dB between 0.3-3KHz) |
Audio Response |
(300-3,000Hz) +1 to -3dB |
Performance of Amplitude Limiter |
≤3 |
Effective Radiation Power (ERP) |
within pre-determined value ≤±7.5dB |
Maximum Frequency Deviation |
25KHz ± 5KHz |
Inter Modulation Attenuation |
≥40dB |
Modulation Distortion |
≤10% |
Co-channel Rejection |
≥-8.0dB |
Adjacent Channel Selection |
Channel Space: 25KHz ≥ 70dB Channel Space: 12.5KHz ≥ 60dB |
Inter-modulation |
≥ 65dB |
Radiation |
≥84dB |
Spurious Radiation |
9KHz to 1GHz ≤ -57dBm / 1GHz to 4GHz ≤ -47dBm |

- KG-UV8D Transceiver
- Lithium Ion Battery (1700Mah)
- Desktop charger 110V~240V
- 110V AC Power Cord
- SMA Antenna
- Belt clip
- Hand strap
- English user manual
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