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 | |
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Receive | 0.0300 ~ 56.0000 MHz [1] |
Transmit | 1.8 / 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 | |
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CW / SSB | 0.16 uV (1.8~30 MHz, 10dB S/N) 0.16 uV (50~54 MHz, 10dB S/N) |
AM | 5.0 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) |
FM | 0.35 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 | |
Manual | Yes |
Automatic | Yes |
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) |
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IF (Intermediate Frequency) | |
1° | 69.450 MHz |
2° | 450 KHz |
3° | 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 | |
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SSB / CW / FSK / FM | 5 ~ 100 W (100W default) |
AM | 5 ~ 40 W (25W default) |
Spurious emission | |
< -50 dB (1.8~30 MHz) < -63 dB (50 MHz) |
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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 | |
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99 regular memories, up-to 6 groups 5 quick memories 5 CW message memories |
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Display | |
1 Hz frequency resolution Segment-bar signal meter |
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Selective calling | |
CTCSS / DCS | |
Antenna | |
SO239 50Ω | |
Power supply | |
13.8 VDC (±15%) | |
Power consumption | |
2A RX, typ 23A TX, max power |
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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 | |
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from -10°C to +50°C | |
Dimensions | |
155 (W) x 52 (H) x 218 (D) mm, without knobs | |
Weight | |
1.9kg |
- 1.8~54 MHz specified performance guaranteed, amateur bands only.
- UK/USA version only, see following table.
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 number | Frequency & mode (USA) | Frequency & mode (UK) |
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501 | 5.3320 MHz, SSB | 5.2600 MHz, SSB |
502 | 5.3480 MHz, SSB | 5.2800 MHz, SSB |
503 | 5.3585 MHz, SSB | 5.2900 MHz, SSB |
504 | 5.3730 MHz, SSB | 5.3680 MHz, SSB |
505 | 5.4050 MHz, SSB | 5.3730 MHz, SSB |
506 | 5.3320 MHz, CW | 5.4000 MHz, SSB |
507 | 5.3480 MHz, CW | 5.4050 MHz, SSB |
508 | 5.3585 MHz, CW | --- |
509 | 5.3730 MHz, CW | --- |
510 | 5.4050 MHz, CW | --- |
FT-891 accessories and options :
Part # / Description | |
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MD200A8X | High fidelty desktop microphone. |
MD100A8X | Desktop microphone. |
MH36E8J | DTMF microphone. |
MLS100 | External speaker. |
YH-77STA | Lightweight stereo headphone. |
VL1000 / VP1000 | Power amplifier / power supply. |
FC-40 | External automatic antenna tuner. |
FC-50 | External automatic antenna tuner that is specifically designer for the FT891 (same dimensions). |
ATAS25 | Plug and play active tuning antenna, manual type. |
ATAS120A | Plug and play active tuning antenna, automatic type. |
FH-2 | Remote control keypad. |
FT-891 price
We have collected for your convenience the Yaesu FT891 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.
Price | Date | Condition |
USD 599.00 | 2020-feb |
Brand-new Store special offer |
USD 639.00 | 2020-feb | Brand-new |
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