How far can you talk on 10 meters?

Go here for in depth propagation information. Ground Wave (How far can I transmit?) Ten meter ground wave (direct) propagation is much more predictable than “sky wave”. Local contacts up to 40 or 50 miles or more can be expected 24 hours a day and is very useful for local communication.

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How far can you talk on 70 cm?

2m- Good all around band for talking/chatting, but since its VHF, signal travel depends on what’s in its way and the power output of the radio. 70cm- Good band, since its UHF its good to have in the city or around tall buildings or inside of buildings because its wavelength penetrates obstacles better.

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What is the calling frequency for 70cm?

70 Centimeters (420-450 MHz) 420.00-426.00ATV repeater or simplex with 421.25 MHz video carrier control links and experimental426.00-432.00ATV simplex with 427.250-MHz video carrier frequency432.00-432.07EME (Earth-Moon-Earth)432.07-432.10Weak-signal CW432.1070-cm calling frequencyBand Plan – ARRL www.arrl.org › band-plan

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