Linton LT-3288 UHF / Linton LT-2288 VHF (Also KYD)

• Memory Channels: 99
• Freq. range: 400-470MHz (or 136-174 MHz)
• Channel Steps 5, 6.25, 12.5 & 25KHz
• Power Supply 7.4V DC Ni-MH
• RF output: MAX 5W @ 12v DC
• 50 Ctcss Encode/Decode
• Keypad operation
• HI/LO RF output power
• 99 Memories
• Repeater Shift
• Key Lock
• Battery level indication
• 6-Digit Alphanumeric Memory Tags
• Blacklight display & keypad
• Rugged Die-Cast Aluminium Case
• Audio output: 1.5W
• Auto power off
• Size: 100 x 55 x 30mm
• Fully field programmable via the keypad
• PC programmable via interface cable (not included)

Comments: Very high quality audio on incoming RX. Perhaps the best in the group we have tested. Outgoing audio excellent too. Some models appear to be distributed with Ni-MH batteries and others with Li-On. The two battery types and radios are not compatible, e.g.. you can't upgrade Ni-MH model to Li-On later. Good all round performer but expect it to be dropped from current product line soon as it's been in production for over two years now. Other models have more features but still worth checking out due to audio quality. UHF model I tested had an annoying "birdie" frequency on Channel 4 of the 446 band.

KYD appears to be the same as Linton. All features are the same but different colour backlighting and packaging. Other than that they are practically the same specifications.