Wouxun
Wouxun KG-UV6D Two Way Radio
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A no-frills dual-band HT with IP55 weather resistance that earns its place as a budget field spare, not a shack centerpiece.
Value
39
Features
19
Beginner
54
Portability
51
VHFUHF
5.00W
TX Power
1700mAh
Battery
199
Channels
★★★⯪☆3.8(159 reviews)
5 star
42%
4 star
29%
3 star
11%
2 star
7%
1 star
11%
Overview
The Wouxun KG-UV6D is aimed squarely at newly licensed Technicians and budget-conscious operators who need a functional dual-band HT for simplex work, local repeaters, and CTCSS/DCS scanning without spending heavily. It sits in a crowded sub-$110 tier where compromises are expected, and it delivers accordingly.
The 5W VHF output and IP55 splash resistance are the two specs that do the most real work here. The 1700mAh Li-ion pack provides reasonable runtime for a radio in this class, and 199 memory channels is enough headroom for regional repeater lists without feeling cramped. The feature set is FM analog only, no digital modes, no APRS, no DMR, so operators looking to explore D-STAR or other digital protocols will need to shop elsewhere.
Without customer feedback to draw from, the value verdict rests on the specs alone. At around $106 for a weather-resistant, dual-band analog HT with a full accessory kit included, it is a defensible purchase as a backup radio or a loaner for a new ham. It is not a primary rig for anyone who has been licensed more than six months.
Specifications
| Price | $105.99 |
| TX Power (High) | 5.00W |
| Memory Channels | 199 |
| Battery | 1700 mAh |
| IP Rating | IP55 |
| RX Range | 136.0000–480.0000 MHz |
| TX Range | 136.0000–480.0000 MHz |
| FCC ID | WVTKG-UV6D |
| Color | Black |
| Voltage | 7.4 Volts |
| Item Weight | 1.85 Pounds |
| Special Feature | Waterproof |
| Included Components | Li-ion Battery Pack (1700mAh), Charger, Antenna, Belt Clip, OTH-005, Hand Strap |
| UPC | 757440563397 606993080199 |
| Tuner Type | UHF, VHF |
| Model Number | KG-UV6D |
| Built-In Media | Li-ion Battery Pack (1700mAh), Charger, Antenna, Belt Clip, OTH-005, Hand Strap |
| Mfr Part Number | KG-UV6D |
| Waterproof Rating | IP55 |
| Compatible Devices | Yaesu, ICOM, FRS two-way radios, and the included antenna |
| Additional Features | Waterproof |
| Battery Average Life | 70 Hours |
| Connectivity Protocol | Radio Waves |
Key Features
- Dual-band VHF/UHF TX with independent RX coverage extending to 174 MHz and 520 MHz respectively
- Simultaneous dual-watch monitors VFO A and VFO B alternately without manual scanning
- IP55 rating provides protection against dust ingress and low-pressure water jets from any direction
- CTCSS and DCS encode/decode with full scan capability across both bands
- DTMF encoding supported for autopatch and repeater controller access
- Selectable step sizes of 5, 6.25, 10, 12.5, 25, 50, and 100 kHz covering most repeater and simplex plans
- FM broadcast receive (76 to 108 MHz) is RX only; no transmission capability outside amateur allocations
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What Customers Say
★★★★★Great radio and a great price
I have had this radio for a couple of months now. I don't get the "hard to program/poor manual" comments. I had no problems programming it from the keypad. It works much the same as my much more expensive Yaesu. Within just a few minutes I had the menus down and was plugging in repeaters. I did end ...
CharadeUR·Oct 23, 2012·Verified Purchase
★★★★☆No USB-C
Almost perfect. Would be perfect with a usb-c charging port.
Thom·Dec 9, 2025·Verified Purchase
★★★★★Wouxun KG-UV6D V2 handheld
I've been playing with the Chinese portables for some time now, and I'll have to admit that "playing " is absolutely the most appropriate term - while the Baofengs and Quanshengs certainly are inexpensive "starter" radios for new hams, and cheap enough that you can afford to have three or four in a ...
tartantyger·Sep 2, 2013·Verified Purchase