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FT 450D vs IC 718?
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RatsoW8
Supporting Member, W9WDX ARC Member - WD8T
You can find all the specs and features if you do a google search. About five years ago I bought both radios new. Icom left some things out of the 718 that Yaesu included in the 450. A month later I sold the 718 and kept the 450AT. I know people like the 718 and it's an ok rig but there wasn't any doubt for me which to keep after using them side by side.
The FT450D has 6 meter coverage and also has a built in antenna tuner.
6 meters can be a fun band during spring / early summer to easily work stations all over North America.
The internal antenna tuner will be a big help with tuning antennas that have an SWR of up to a 3:1 ratio.
The 450D also has the illuminated key buttons.
6 meters can be a fun band during spring / early summer to easily work stations all over North America.
The internal antenna tuner will be a big help with tuning antennas that have an SWR of up to a 3:1 ratio.
The 450D also has the illuminated key buttons.