Andy wrote:

i have a radio rated at 10W and a radio rated for 5W output. mine 5
watter isn't a handheld but this is typical output for that genre.

assuming they are using the same antenna what is the theoretical range
difference between the two and what is the practical range
difference? it seems the price difference is 2X to 3X.

is the price difference justified?
No.... you will get similar range... If you want the best range you can,
just install a "perfect" antenna.

I may acheive a 40Nm range with 2500' above grouns with an old Icom A20.
The "secret" is a good and large ground pannel inside the wood and
fabric fuselage. It's made from metalic mosquito mesh.

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