Ready Radio

Ready Radio UV-5R

$24.99
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Version:

Starter Kit Custom Programmed Radio Only
Description

The Baofeng UV-5R is a compact handheld radio that gives you a practical starting point for two-way communications. Its familiar keypad and screen let you work directly from the radio, while its portable size makes it easy to carry in a pack, vehicle, or everyday communications kit.

The UV-5R is a popular choice for learning how handheld radios work, practicing with a local group, or putting together a setup for outdoor trips and emergency preparedness. You can use it to explore channels, adjust settings, and build a radio configuration that fits your needs.

This listing includes the base UV-5R radio and its standard parts only. The radio is not custom programmed by Ready Radio. Ready Radio guides, Comms Cards, upgraded accessories, and other kit items are not included. If you want a radio that arrives with a Ready Radio channel lineup already loaded, choose one of our custom programmed UV-5R options.
What's Included
What's Included
  • Ready Radio UV-5R Radio
  • Battery
  • Antenna
  • Belt Clip
  • Hand Strap
  • Charging Cradle
  • Power Adapter
  • User Manual
Technical specs
Ready Radio Programming Includes
  • Custom programming based on your ZIP code
  • Local repeaters where applicable
  • NOAA Weather channels
  • National calling frequencies
  • Emergency and preparedness channels
  • Standard simplex channels
  • Organized channel layout for easy operation
  • Quality assurance testing before shipment
Digital Resources Included

Every purchase also includes exclusive Ready Radio educational resources delivered by email:

  • Programming Reference PDF

Testimonials

★★★★★
"I bought this for emergency preparedness and expected to spend hours figuring it out. Instead, it arrived programmed for my area and I was talking with friends the same afternoon. The PDF guide made everything easy to understand."

Alex G.

★★★★★
"The radio was tested, programmed, and worked right out of the box. No downloading software or searching YouTube videos for hours. Exactly what I was hoping for."

Shannon L.

★★★★★

"Customer service answered my programming questions quickly, and the radio arrived exactly as described. It was refreshing to buy from people who actually know radios."

Amanda C.

★★★★★

"I've owned several UV-5Rs over the years, and Ready Radio's programming is by far the most organized I've seen. Channels are labeled logically, and having weather channels already set up was a huge bonus."

Bill F.

★★★★★
"As someone completely new to radios, I was nervous about buying one. The programming, setup guide, and emailed PDFs removed all the guesswork. Highly recommended for beginners."

Simon M.