
All-mode VHF/UHF tri-band transceiver. Interchangeable plug-in RF module for each band, 10 Watts output, SSB processor, crossband capability for satellite QSO, two multi-mode analog meters, FM center tuning indicator, PBT, IF-shift, clarifier, noise blanker, selectable AGC, dual VFO, 11 memories, scanning, dual-watch, programmable repeater shift. Ideated in Japan, year of introduction 1983.
Reference market : amateur-radio
FT-726R specifications
| General |
| Frequency coverage | |
|---|---|
| Receive | 50.0000 ~ 53.9999 MHz [1][2]
143.5000 ~ 148.4999 MHz [1] 430.0000 ~ 439.9999 MHz [1][2] 440.0000 ~ 449.9999 MHz [1][2] |
| Transmit | 50.0000 ~ 53.9999 MHz [1][2]
143.5000 ~ 148.4999 MHz [1] 430.0000 ~ 439.9999 MHz [1][2] 440.0000 ~ 449.9999 MHz [1][2] |
| Mode | |
| CW / LSB / USB / FM | |
| Tuning step | |
| 20 / 200 Hz / 5 / 10 / 12.5 / 20 / 25 kHz
1 MHz (up/down) |
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| Receiver |
| Sensitivity | |
|---|---|
| SSB | < 0.15 uV (50 MHz, 10 dB S+N/N)
< 0.15 uV (144 MHz, 10 dB S+N/N) < 0.15 uV (430 MHz, 12 dB S+N/N) |
| FM | < 0.25 uV (50 MHz, 12 dB SINAD)
< 0.25 uV (144 MHz, 12 dB SINAD) < 0.2 uV (430 MHz, 12 dB SINAD) |
| Selectivity | |
| CW-N [3] | 0.6 kHz (-6 dB)
1.2 kHz (-60 dB) |
| CW / SSB | 2.4 kHz (-6 dB)
4.0 kHz (-60 dB) |
| FM | 15 kHz (-6 dB)
30 kHz (-60 dB) |
| Image rejection | |
| > 60 dB | |
| IF-shift | |
| Yes | |
| PBT (Passband Tuning) | |
| 1.2~2.4 kHz range (-6 dB, CW / SSB modes) | |
| NB (Noise Blanker) | |
| Yes | |
| RIT (Receiver Incremental Tuning) | |
| ± 9.9 kHz (20 Hz steps) | |
| AGC (Automatic Gain Control) | |
| Fast, slow | |
| Frequency stability | |
| ± 10ppm (50 and 144 MHz bands)
± 5ppm (430 MHz band) |
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| IF (Intermediate Frequency) | |
| 1° | 67.615 MHz (430 MHz band).
10.810 / 10.750 MHz (50 and 144 MHz bands). |
| 2° | 455 kHz |
| Transmitter |
| Output power | |
|---|---|
| 50 MHz | 10 W |
| 144 MHz | 10 W |
| 430 MHz | 10 W |
| Spurious emission | |
| < -60 dBc | |
| Carrier suppression (SSB) | |
| > 40 dB | |
| Unwanted sideband suppression (SSB) | |
| > 40 dB | |
| Maximum deviation (FM) | |
| ± 5 kHz | |
| Audio response | |
| 300~2700 Hz (-6 dB, SSB) | |
| Microphone | |
| 500~600Ω | |
| Features |
| Memory | |
|---|---|
| 10 regular memories
2 VFO |
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| Display | |
| 100 Hz frequency resolution | |
| Selective calling | |
| 1750 or 1800 Hz tone call
32-tone CTCSS [4] |
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| Antenna | |
| 3 x SO239 50Ω [5] | |
| Power supply | |
| 13.8 VDC
110 / 220 VAC |
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| Power consumption | |
| 1.5A RX (DC power)
45VA RX (AC power) 4.5A TX (10W output, DC power) 120VA TX (10W output, AC power) |
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| Audio power | |
| 1.5 W on 8Ω | |
| Audio output | |
| Jack 6.35 mm (headphone) | |
| Connections | |
| Jack 6.35 mm (Key)
Jack 3.5 mm (external speaker) 3 x Jack 3.5 mm (STBY, one per band) RCA (PTT) RCA (500mVpp audio output) 8-pin jack (microphone) |
| Mechanical and environmental data |
| Dimensions | |
|---|---|
| 334 (W) x 129 (H) x 315 (D) mm | |
| Weight | |
| 11kg without optional modules |
- See the following band module chart.
- Optional plug-in module.
- With optional XF-455MC filter installed.
- With optional FTS-32R / FTE-36 modules.
- One antenna connector per band module.
| HF unit | |
|---|---|
| Frequency coverage | 21 / 24.9 / 28 MHz band |
| 50 MHz unit A | |
| Frequency coverage | 50~54 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 50 MHz unit F | |
| Frequency coverage | 50~54 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 10 / 20 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit A1 | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~148 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit A2 | |
| Frequency coverage | 143.5~148.5 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit B | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~146 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit C1 | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~148 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit C2 | |
| Frequency coverage | 143.5~148.5 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit D | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~146 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit E1 | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~148 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit E2 | |
| Frequency coverage | 143.5~148.5 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 5 / 10 kHz |
| 144 MHz unit F | |
| Frequency coverage | 144~146 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 10 / 20 kHz |
| 430 MHz unit A | |
| Frequency coverage | 430~440 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 430 MHz unit B | |
| Frequency coverage | 430~440 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 430 MHz unit C | |
| Frequency coverage | 430~440 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
| 430 MHz unit F | |
| Frequency coverage | 430~440 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 10 / 20 kHz |
| 440 MHz unit X | |
| Frequency coverage | 440~450 MHz |
| Frequency steps (FM) | 12.5 / 25 kHz |
FT-726R price
We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu FT726 sale price (US Dollar) 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.
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USD 353.00 (300EUR) |
2021-sep |
Second Hand Good condition overall, 100% working. With 50 and 144 MHz module |
| USD 349.00 | 2021-aug |
Second Hand FT-726 version. Tested. It's in good condition, but there are some scratches |
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USD 533.00 (389GBP) |
2021-jun |
Second Hand Lovely condition overall, with 2m and 70cm module |
| USD 259.00 | 2014-feb |
Second Hand Comes with 2 meters band only. It does work, but the meter lamps are out. The included MH-1B hand microphone has intermittent buttons. Includes owner's manual |
| USD 599.95 | 2011-jan |
Second Hand This radio features the band unit for 6-meter, 2-m and 70cm. It also has the satellite unit installed and tones. Comes with the Yaesu MH1B8 hand microphone |
| USD 519.00 | 2006-jun |
Second Hand Comes with 2m, 70cm, HF (21 / 24.5 / 28 MHz) module. It also has the satellite unit installed. Includes the Owner's manual and YM-48 hand mic |
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