The Kirisun PT68 series consists of rugged, commercial-grade analogue two-way radios available as both handheld portables (such as the PT68+, PT68S) and compact vehicle mobile transceivers (such as the PT68M). Known for its widespread deployment in the VHF Midband (66–88 MHz) frequency range (often used in South African farming, “Burger Band”, and rural security networks), it is also built in standard VHF and UHF configurations.
| Diverse Operational Formats | Available in portable and mobile configurations. Portable models feature a 6-character alphanumeric LCD display, while mobile vehicle models offer a high-power platform with a 1.44-inch TFT colour display. |
| Comprehensive Scanning Suite | Supports multiple scanning functions, including Priority Scan, allowing users to efficiently monitor communications across several programmed channels. |
| Built-in Menu Control | Portable models feature built-in menu controls, allowing users to adjust functions such as CTCSS tones, High/Low transmit power and scanning parameters directly from the radio. |
| Advanced Signalling & Privacy | Supports 50 groups of CTCSS and 104 groups of DQT/DCS privacy codes, together with DTMF and 2-Tone/5-Tone signalling for selective calling and improved channel management. |
| Emergency Alert Functions | Integrated local and remote emergency alert functions enable users to quickly send a distress signal to compatible radios or fleet communication systems when assistance is required. |
| Hands-Free VOX Voice Activation | Voice-Operated Transmission (VOX) enables hands-free communication without manually pressing the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button when used with compatible external headsets or accessories. |
| Rugged Construction | Portable models feature an IP54 rating for protection against dust and splashing water, together with a double-protection speaker structure designed to maintain clear audio in demanding working environments. |
| Portable Handheld Specifications (PT68+ / PT68S) | |
| Primary Frequency Band | VHF Midband: 66.000–88.000 MHz VHF and UHF variants were also produced |
| Channel Capacity | 128 to 256 memory channels, depending on software version |
| RF Transmit Power | 5 Watts High Power / 1 Watt Low Power Software/Menu selectable |
| Channel Spacing | 12.5 kHz / 20 kHz / 25 kHz Wide and Narrow band selectable |
| Battery Configuration | 7.4V DC / 1600–1700 mAh Lithium-Ion (Li-Ion) battery pack |
| Estimated Range | Approximately 3 to 5 km for line-of-sight portable-to-portable communication |
| Dimensions (W × H × D) | 56 mm × 120 mm × 35 mm (excluding antenna) |
| Vehicle Mobile Unit Specifications (PT68M / PT68V / PT68U) | |
| Frequency Variations | Midband (PT68M): 66–88 MHz VHF (PT68V): 136–174 MHz UHF (PT68U): 400–470 MHz |
| RF Transmit Power | 20 Watts High Power output |
| Channel Capacity | 500 programmable channels |
| Operating Voltage | DC 13.8V ±15% |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 124 mm × 101 mm × 36 mm |
| Weight | Approximately 0.45 kg |
| Good to Know | |
| Keypad Safety | Handheld models feature a Keypad Lock function to help prevent accidental channel changes or adjustments while the radio is being carried or clipped to a belt. |
| Voice Prompt Guidance | Built-in voice prompts provide audible information such as channel selection and battery status, allowing users to operate key functions without needing to look at the display. |
