4x Baofeng UV-5R III Tri-Band Walkie Talkies | Four-Person Team Ham Radio UK

★ 4x Baofeng UV-5R III Tri-Band Team Pack Highlights:

• Four-Radio Flexible Pack: The most versatile tri-band team size — deploy as one team of four, two pairs, or one coordinator plus three field operatives.
• Tri-Band Operation: 136–174MHz (VHF) + 220–260MHz (1.25M) + 400–520MHz (UHF) — all three bands on every radio.
• 128 Programmable Channels: 50 CTCSS & 104 DCS codes — programme all four radios from one saved CHIRP file.
• 5W Output Power: High/Low switchable on all four units for range vs. battery balance.
• FM Radio Reception: 65–108MHz FM broadcast reception on every unit.
• Dual Watch & Standby: Monitor two frequencies simultaneously across different bands on each radio.
• VOX Hands-Free: Voice-activated transmission on all four units — no button press needed.
• Built-in LED Flashlight: Torch on every unit for low-light field use.
• CHIRP Compatible: Programme all four radios to an identical channel plan via PC in one session.

4 UV-5R III Radios — Three Powerful Team Configurations

Programming Tip: Programme all channel configurations — team channel, pair channels, and command channel — into all four radios from a single CHIRP file. Each operator simply selects their required channel from the radio's memory. All configurations are available on every radio at all times. Takes under 10 minutes to set up via Baofeng USB programming cable and CHIRP.

Q: Why is 4 radios the most flexible UV-5R III team configuration?

A: Four radios is the minimum quantity that supports genuine multi-channel structured operation. You can deploy all four as a single team, split into two independent pairs, or use a 1+3 command structure — all from the same four units without purchasing additional radios. Four also divides perfectly into pairs, making it the most versatile small team size for UK professional operations that may need to split and regroup.

Q: Can I split the 4 radios into two independent pairs on separate channels?

A: Yes — this is one of the most useful features of the 4-radio pack. Programme Channel 1 for Pair A and Channel 2 for Pair B, with Channel 3 as a shared all-team broadcast. Use different CTCSS/DCS codes on each channel to keep each pair's conversations private. Using CHIRP, this entire configuration is programmed into all four radios from one saved file in a single session. Each operator selects their channel from the radio's memory.

Q: How do I programme all four radios to the same channel plan?

A: Use an original Baofeng USB programming cable with the free CHIRP software. Programme the first radio with your complete multi-channel tri-band plan, save the file, then load it to the remaining three radios — under 2 minutes each. All four configured in approximately 10–15 minutes. Full guide: How to Program Your Baofeng Radio Using CHIRP.

Q: What makes the UV-5R III different from the standard UV-5R?

A: The key difference is the additional 220–260MHz (1.25 metre) band available on all four units. The standard UV-5R covers VHF (2m) and UHF (70cm). The UV-5R III adds a third band — making it a genuine tri-band radio. All other core features remain identical to the UV-5R platform.

Q: Is the UV-5R III legal to use in the UK?

A: Legal to own and receive on without a licence. To transmit, you require a valid UK Amateur Radio (Ham) Licence or a UK Business Radio Licence issued by Ofcom. Not authorised for PMR446 licence-free channels. See our guide: UK Ham Radio Licences — Your Complete Guide.

Q: Do all four radios work on UK amateur repeaters?

A: Yes — with a valid UK Amateur Radio Licence, all four UV-5R III units can access UK repeaters on the VHF (2m) and UHF (70cm) bands. Programme the repeater input/output frequency, CTCSS access tone, and shift offset into all four radios from one saved CHIRP file — all four access the same repeaters simultaneously. Manual repeater programming steps are included in the programming section above.

Q: VHF vs UHF — which band works best for a 4-radio UK team?

A: VHF (136–174MHz) delivers superior range in open outdoor UK environments — countryside, construction sites, large events. UHF (400–520MHz) provides better building penetration for indoor UK operations — hotels, warehouses, shopping centres. The 1.25M band (220–260MHz) is less congested in most UK areas. Programme channels on all three bands across all four radios for complete operational flexibility. Read more: VHF vs UHF — Which is Better?