Yaesu Original FBA-39 AA Battery Case (Fits 3 x AA Batteries *AA Batteries Not Included) for VX-8R Series - Includes: Belt Clip and Screws

It works well.

Radio goes through batteries fast.

The power output, when using AA cells is a little less than 1 watt, which isnt much, but is good enough for short range work. More importantly, it allows you to power the radio for listening, monitoring, scanning, recording with just a pile of AA batteries. Ive been using my FT3D as a scanner lately, and this lets me save my lithium ion batteries for two-way use, while powering the radio for scanning and recording with just my pile of AA NiMH batteries.

Nice backup

Fast Shipping, quality product.

A good way to provide power to radios with rechargeable batteries. Will buy more in time.

Perfect description, fast shipping. great experience.

This works, but shouldnt be your primary method. In this mode, you will be transmitting at 1 watt max with the VX-8R. That should reach your local repeater, but you may be scratchy into it. Its primary use should be sitting in your ARES Go-Kit for a just in case scenario.

exactly what I was looking for

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