Which Wouxun KG-UV2D model to buy?

[FatHam]

I can hit hilltop repeaters at 30+ miles with a "decent" signal on either of mine. Your limitation is going to be the receiving antenna. My signal at 4 miles on simplex is strong enough that I'd have to guess that a yagi at one end should double that if you can get it up in the air over rooftop height.

 

[cmario]

Thanks, appreciate the info. I'll be testing my radio soon and will also be building a portable yagi that I saw on YouTube (Guy was on Mount St. Helen and hit a repeater 211 miles away using 5 watt HT.) Worth a try I guess. I'll be posting what happens. Thanks again!!

 

[parttimehammer]

I actually eneded up going with the KG-UV3D the 440 model. Going to pick it up tomorrow, I'll let you know how it is.