5 x BAOFENG UV-5R Dual Band FM Two Way Ham Radio 5W Walkie Talkie
Baofeng

★ 5 x Baofeng UV-5R Pack Highlights:
- 5-Radio Mission Pack: The first step into genuine large-team radio communication — one radio per person for groups of five.
- Dual-Band VHF/UHF: 136–174MHz & 400–520MHz for wide UK frequency coverage.
- 128 Programmable Channels: 50 CTCSS & 104 DCS codes for private, interference-free team comms.
- 5W Output Power: High/Low switchable — maximise range or conserve battery as needed.
- VOX Hands-Free: Voice-activated transmission across all 5 units — no button press needed.
- Built-in FM Radio: 65–108MHz FM reception on every unit — ideal for news and weather alerts.
- Emergency Alert: Instant emergency broadcast to all 5 units simultaneously.
- Dual Watch & Standby: Monitor two channels simultaneously on every radio.
- LED Flashlight: Built-in torch on every unit for low-light field operations.
5 x Baofeng UV-5R: Full Five-Person Team Radio Coverage Across the UK
The 5-pack Baofeng UV-5R is the first quantity that truly covers a full working team — one radio per person, no sharing, no waiting. Whether your five-person group is heading out on a UK outdoor expedition, running a small event, managing a shift team across a site, or coordinating a volunteer operation — five radios means every team member has instant, direct communication at all times.
Five UV-5R units on a shared channel gives you a genuine team-wide communication network. With 128 programmable channels, 50 CTCSS tones, and 104 DCS codes, you can run your full team on one channel while separating smaller sub-groups onto dedicated private channels — all from the same radios, all configurable via PC programming in a single session.
The UV-5R 5-pack is popular with UK outdoor groups, hospitality and retail teams, education supervisors, and security operations where coverage, reliability, and cost-efficiency are all essential requirements. No monthly fees. No SIM cards. No network dependency. Just radio communication that works wherever your team needs to go.
5 Radios — Maximum Flexibility for UK Teams
Outdoor & Expedition Use
- Five-person UK hiking & trekking groups
- Duke of Edinburgh & youth expeditions
- Off-grid UK camping & wild camping
- Mountain rescue & search coordination
- Motorsport & outdoor event marshalling
Professional & Event Use
- 5-person security & stewarding teams
- Hotel & hospitality floor management
- School & education supervision teams
- Retail floor & warehouse coordination
- Restaurant multi-zone kitchen comms
Channel Strategy Tip: With 5 radios, assign Channel 1 as your all-team broadcast, then create sub-group channels for pairs or triplets within your team. For example — a team leader on Channel 1 (all-team) and Channel 2 (leader-to-pair A), while Pair B operates on Channel 3. CTCSS codes keep each group's traffic fully private. Programme all 5 radios in one PC session using CHIRP.


Programming Your 5-Radio Team Pack
PC Software Programming — Recommended for 5 Radios
For a 5-radio team pack, PC programming is strongly recommended. Use Baofeng CPS software or the free CHIRP software with an original Baofeng USB programming cable. Build your full channel plan on the first radio — all 128 channels, CTCSS/DCS privacy tones, power settings, and squelch. Save the file, then load the same configuration to each of the remaining 4 radios in under 2 minutes each. All 5 radios ready on identical settings in approximately 15–20 minutes. Read the step-by-step guide: How to Program Your Baofeng Radio Using CHIRP.
Manual Keypad Programming
Manual programming is available for individual field adjustments without a PC. Press [VFO/MR] to enter frequency mode, select the A side with [A/B], choose your band with [BAND], then enter your frequency using the numeric keypad. Adjust step size and set CTCSS/DCS codes if required. For a 5-radio team, PC programming is significantly faster and more consistent across all units.
Additional Features
Memory channels store specific frequency settings for instant field access. CTCSS/DCS tones filter incoming signals to keep each sub-group's communications private and interference-free. Switchable transmit power (5W High / 1W Low), reverse mode for frequency swapping, and Time-Out Timer (TOT) give full operational flexibility for any UK deployment scenario.


Key Features of the Baofeng UV-5R
- Earpiece / Mic Type: Kenwood K-Type 2-Pin Plug
- Antenna: SMA-Female, High Gain Dual-Band
- Frequency Range: 136–174MHz (VHF) / 400–520MHz (UHF)
- Tri-Colour Display, Dual Frequency Display, Dual Standby
- Output Power: 5W (High) / 1W (Low)
- 128 Channels, 50 CTCSS & 104 DCS codes
- Built-in VOX (Voice-Activated Transmission)
- 1750Hz Burst Tone for repeater access
- FM Radio Reception: 65.0–108.0MHz
- Built-in LED Flashlight
- Large LCD Display
- High/Low RF Power Switchable
- 25KHz / 12.5KHz Bandwidth Switchable
- Emergency Alert Function
- Low Battery Alert
- Battery Saver Mode
- Time-Out Timer (TOT)
- Keypad Lock
- Monitor / Scan Function
- Channel Step: 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 10 / 12.5 / 25KHz
- Roger Beep


Baofeng UV-5R Technical Specifications
| General | |
| Model | UV-5R |
| Frequency Range (TX/RX) | 136–174MHz (VHF) / 400–520MHz (UHF) |
| FM Receive Only | 65–108MHz |
| Channels | 128 |
| Frequency Stability | ±2.5ppm |
| Antenna | SMA-Female, High Gain Dual-Band |
| Antenna Impedance | 50Ω |
| Operating Voltage | DC 7.4V |
| Operation Mode | Simplex / Semi-Duplex |
| Dimensions (W x H x D) | 100 x 52 x 32mm |
| Weight | 250g (including battery & antenna) |
| Transmitter | |
| Output Power | 5W (High) / 1W (Low) |
| Modulation Mode | 16kφF3E (Wide) / 11kφF3E (Narrow) |
| Maximum Deviation | <5kHz (Wide) / <2.5kHz (Narrow) |
| Spurious Radiation | <7μW |
| Adjacent Ch. Power | ≤-65dB (Wide) / ≤-60dB (Narrow) |
| Pre-Emphasis | 6dB |
| Current | ≤1.6A (5W) |
| CTCSS/DCS Deviation | 0.5±0.1kHz (Wide) / 0.3±0.1kHz (Narrow) |
| Intermediation Sensitivity | 8–12mV |
| Intermediation Distortion | <10% |
What's in the Box
- 5 x Baofeng UV-5R Dual Band Walkie Talkie (Black)
- 5 x 7.4V 1800mAh Original Baofeng Li-ion Battery Pack
- 5 x Dual Band Antenna (SMA-Female)
- 5 x Hand Strap
- 5 x Belt Clip
- 5 x English User Manual
- 5 x Desktop Charger with USB Connector
- 5 x PTT Earpiece
Recommended Accessories for the UV-5R
- ▶ Speaker Mic — Handheld shoulder mic for easier hands-free communication.
- ▶ Programming Cable — Programme all 128 channels quickly via PC & CHIRP software.
- ▶ Bluetooth Programming Adapter — Programme your UV-5R wirelessly from your smartphone.
- ▶ View All Baofeng Accessories
Need a Different Pack Size? UV-5R Black Multi-Pack Options
- ▶ 2 x UV-5R Black — Perfect pair for two-way communication.
- ▶ 3 x UV-5R Black — Small team starter kit.
- ▶ 4 x UV-5R Black — Great for small events & family outdoor trips.
- ▶ 6 x UV-5R Black — Ideal for security & site teams.
- ▶ 8 x UV-5R Black — Large team & event coordination pack.
- ▶ 10 x UV-5R Black — Professional fleet pack — best value for large teams.
Who Uses the 5-Pack Baofeng UV-5R in the UK?
The UV-5R 5-pack is trusted by UK teams who need reliable full-coverage communication for every member of their group:
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)
Q: Why choose 5 radios over 4 or 6?
A: Five radios covers an exact five-person team with one radio each — no sharing required. It's also the most efficient pack size for teams that include a coordinator plus two working pairs. The coordinator holds one radio, Pair A holds two, and Pair B holds two — giving you three independent communication channels from a single channel plan. For groups of exactly five people, this pack eliminates the need to buy more than you need.
Q: Can all 5 radios communicate simultaneously on one channel?
A: Yes — all 5 UV-5R units set to the same frequency and CTCSS/DCS code operate as a full team network. Any unit that transmits is heard by all other 4 units simultaneously. This is standard simplex operation used across UK security, events, construction, and outdoor groups. Only one unit transmits at a time while all others receive.
Q: How do I programme all 5 radios to the same channel plan?
A: Use an original Baofeng USB programming cable with the free CHIRP software. Programme your master radio, save the channel file, then load it to the remaining 4 radios — under 2 minutes each. All 5 radios ready in approximately 15–20 minutes. Full guide: How to Program Your Baofeng Radio Using CHIRP.
Q: Is the Baofeng UV-5R legal to use in the UK?
A: The UV-5R is 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. It is not authorised for PMR446 licence-free channels. See our guide: UK Ham Radio Licences — Your Complete Guide.
Q: Can I use 5 UV-5R radios on UK amateur repeaters?
A: Yes — with a valid UK Amateur Radio Licence, all 5 UV-5R units can access UK repeaters on the VHF (2m) and UHF (70cm) bands. Using a repeater significantly extends the communication range of your 5-radio team across the UK, particularly useful in hilly or dense urban terrain where direct radio-to-radio range is limited.
Q: VHF vs UHF — which band should I use for my 5-radio team?
A: For outdoor UK use — open countryside, hiking, construction sites — VHF (136–174MHz) typically delivers greater open-terrain range. For indoor or urban UK environments — hotels, shopping centres, warehouses — UHF (400–520MHz) provides better building penetration. The UV-5R supports both bands on all 5 units. Read more: VHF vs UHF — Which is Better?
Q: What earpiece connector do the UV-5R radios use?
A: All 5 UV-5R units use a Kenwood K-Type 2-pin connector, compatible with K-Type speaker mics, earpieces, and headsets. PTT earpieces are included with every radio in this 5-pack.
Helpful Resources
- ▶ How to Program Your Baofeng Radio Using CHIRP — Step-by-Step Guide
- ▶ Download CHIRP — Free Radio Programming Software
- ▶ Download Official Baofeng CPS Programming Software
- ▶ UK Radio Licences — Ofcom Official Licensing
- ▶ VHF vs UHF — Which is Better? Full UK Guide
- ▶ UK Ham Radio Licences, Bands & Gear — Your Guide from Foundation to First Contact
UK LEGAL NOTICE: LICENCE REQUIRED TO TRANSMIT
IMPORTANT: The Baofeng UV-5R is not a PMR446 licence-free radio. To transmit on its frequencies within the UK, you must hold a valid UK Amateur Radio (Ham) Licence or a UK Business Radio Licence issued by Ofcom. Transmitting without a licence is illegal and may result in prosecution. Receiving (listening only) is permitted without a licence. Please ensure you comply with all current UK radio licensing regulations before transmitting.