FT-891

Specifications    Prices

Compact HF + 50 MHz transceiver for mobile and field use. Rugged construction with detachable front panel and reliable 100 Watts power output. Receiver with frequency range 0.03-56 MHz, all-mode, and 3 KHz roofing filter. Big main tuning dial for easy operations. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 2016.

Reference market : amateur-radio

FT-891 specifications

General
Frequency coverage
Receive0.0300 ~ 56.0000 MHz [1]
Transmit1.8 / 3.5 / 5.3 [2] / 7.0 / 10 / 14 / 18 / 21 / 24 / 28 / 50 MHz band
Mode
CW / FSK (RTTY/Packet) / LSB / USB / AM / FM
Tuning step
5 / 10 / 50 / 100 Hz / 1 / 2.5 / 5 / 6.25 / 9 / 10 / 12.5 / 15 / 20 / 25 / 100 KHz
Receiver
Sensitivity
CW / SSB0.16 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N)
0.16 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N)
AM5.0 uV (0.5~1.8 MHz, 10dB S/N)
1.6 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N)
1.6 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N)
FM0.35 uV (29 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
0.35 uV (50~54 MHz, 12dB SINAD)
Selectivity
CW-N> 0.50 KHz (-6dB)
< 0.75 KHz (-60dB)
CW / SSB> 2.40 KHz (-6dB)
< 3.60 KHz (-60dB)
AM> 6.0 KHz (-6dB)
< 15.0 KHz (-60dB)
FM-N> 9.0 KHz (-6dB)
< 25.0 KHz (-50dB)
FM> 12.0 KHz (-6dB)
< 30.0 KHz (-50dB)
RF preamplifier
Yes
RF attenuator
~12 dB
IF-shift range
± 1.2 KHz
Notch filter
ManualYes
AutomaticYes
NB (Noise Blanker)
Variable in 10 steps
DNR (Digital Noise Reduction)
Variable in 15 steps
RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning)
± 9.998 KHz
AGC (Automatic Gain Control)
Off, fast, mid, slow
Frequency stability
± 0.5 ppm max with temperature from -10°C to +50°C (CW/SSB/AM)
± 1 KHz max with temperature from -10°C to +50°C (FM)
IF (Intermediate Frequency)
69.450 MHz
450 KHz
24 KHz (CW/SSB/AM)
IF roofing filter
3 / 15 KHz
CW features
Automatic zero-beating
Semi break-in / full break-in
300~1050 Hz pitch control
±250 Hz APF (Audio Peak Filter)
Reverse mode LSB/USB
Transmitter
Output power
SSB / CW / FSK / FM5 ~ 100 W (100W default)
AM5 ~ 40 W (25W default)
Spurious emission
< -50 dB (1.8~30 MHz)
< -63 dB (50 MHz)
Maximum deviation (FM)
± 5 / 2.5 KHz (wide / narrow)
Microphone
600Ω
XIT (Transmitter Incremental Tuning)
± 9.998 KHz
CW features
4~60 wpm keyer
FSK / RTTY features
170 / 200 / 425 / 850 Hz shift
Features
Memory
99 regular memories, up-to 6 groups
5 quick memories
5 CW message memories
Display
1 Hz frequency resolution
Segment-bar signal meter
Selective calling
CTCSS / DCS
Antenna
SO239 50Ω
Power supply
13.8 VDC (±15%)
Power consumption
2A RX, typ
23A TX, max power
Audio power
2.5 W on 4Ω
Audio output
Jack 3.5 mm headphone or external speaker (low/hight level switch)
Connections
USB (PC control using CAT commands)
8-pin miniDIN (optional antenna tuner)
6-pin miniDIN (TNC for RTTY/Packet)
Jack 3.5 mm (keypad / ALC)
Jack 3.5 mm (keyer)
Mechanical and environmental data
Operating temperature
from -10°C to +50°C
Dimensions
155 (W) x 52 (H) x 218 (D) mm, without knobs
Weight
1.9kg

  1. 1.8~54 MHz specified performance guaranteed, amateur bands only.
  2. UK/USA version only, see following table.
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FT-891 description :

The Yaesu FT891 is a compact and rugged mobile / portable transceiver providing coverage of the 1.8 to 50 MHz bands, all mode CW / SSB / AM / FM, with 100 Watts of output power. The large display includes bargraph indication for signal strenght, SWR, ALC level, voice compression level, power stage drain current, plus spectrum scope. 3 programmable front panel function keys. Supplied accessories includes a car mounting bracket, the radio main body is detachable from panel controller for convenient operation. Other features in short: Easy split frequency operation. DSP for IF-shift, width, contour. Notch, auto-notch, noise reduction, noise blanker. VOX. Built-in CW keyer with memories and a beacon mode. 99 regular memories with alphanumeric labels. Automatic power off and time-out functions.

5.3 MHz band :

Channel numberFrequency & mode (USA)Frequency & mode (UK)
5015.3320 MHz, SSB5.2600 MHz, SSB
5025.3480 MHz, SSB5.2800 MHz, SSB
5035.3585 MHz, SSB5.2900 MHz, SSB
5045.3730 MHz, SSB5.3680 MHz, SSB
5055.4050 MHz, SSB5.3730 MHz, SSB
5065.3320 MHz, CW5.4000 MHz, SSB
5075.3480 MHz, CW5.4050 MHz, SSB
5085.3585 MHz, CW---
5095.3730 MHz, CW---
5105.4050 MHz, CW---

FT-891 accessories and options :

Part # / Description
MD200A8XHigh fidelty desktop microphone.
MD100A8XDesktop microphone.
MH36E8JDTMF microphone.
MLS100External speaker.
YH-77STALightweight stereo headphone.
VL1000 / VP1000Power amplifier / power supply.
FC-40External automatic antenna tuner.
FC-50External automatic antenna tuner that is specifically designer for the FT891 (same dimensions).
ATAS25Plug and play active tuning antenna, manual type.
ATAS120APlug and play active tuning antenna, automatic type.
FH-2Remote control keypad.

FT-891 price

We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu FT891 sale price (Euro) and its trend over time. Useful to guarantee a cheaper purchase of this radio and to put it for sale in the second-hand market. Of course offers, accessories, warranty terms and conditions can lead to different figures.

Price Date Condition
EUR 514.00
(599USD)
2020-feb Brand-new

In promotion

EUR 699.00 2020-feb Brand-new
EUR 675.00 2020-feb Brand-new

In promotion

EUR 548.90
(639USD)
2020-feb Brand-new
EUR 652.00
(585GBP)
2020-feb Brand-new

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