Baofeng GT-5R Dual Band Ham Radio GNU/Linux Edition (TPE-GT5RHAM)

Baofeng GT-5R Dual Band Ham Radio GNU/Linux Edition (TPE-GT5RHAM)
The Baofeng GT-5R is your gateway to decentralized communication, offering you the freedom to connect without the reliance on centralized infrastructure. With its robust UHF and VHF dual-band capabilities, you can stay connected in a variety of environments, from urban areas to remote wilderness. A great way to avoid carrying around a tracking device (ie cellular phone).

The GT-5R is particularly well-suited for GNU/Linux users, thanks to its compatibility with the free software application CHIRP. CHIRP allows for easy and flexible programming, ensuring that you can tailor your communication settings to your specific needs. Whether you're a tech enthusiast, a ham radio hobbyist, or someone who values free software solutions, the GT-5R is the perfect choice for reliable, decentralized communication solution.

With the popular UV-5R there is a great deal of variance in the quality depending on the unit you happen to receive. The GT-5R on the other hand is designed to a higher standard to meet the stringent requirements of the FCC. Those who prefer freedom may not be concerned about these regulations so much as the improved quality of the components utilized. The practical benefit here is that you achieve better results in terms of reception and cleaner outputs. In other words it doesn’t give off spurious emissions, ensuring that you won't inadvertently interfere with others.

  • GT-5R passes the FCC Equipment test (standard: FCC 47 CFR Part 2 and 90).

  • GT-5R is a legal version of Baofeng UV-5R

  • Baofeng GT-5R transmits only on 144-148MHz 420-450MHz

  • Support for most popular and libre (free) distributions

  • Not dependent on NDISWrapper, binary blobs, or proprietary drivers-firmware

  • We've got basic documentation on programming the GT-5R for GNU/Linux users


Please note this item is only available for shipping within the United States. It's the US variant of the GT-5R.


Category Specification
Frequency Range: [US version]:144-148MHz, 420-450MHz (TX) & 136-174MHz, 400-480MHz(RX)
Memory Channel Total 128
Output Power 4W / 1W (Max 5W)
Mode of Operation Simple or semi-duplex
Dimension 4.3 x 2.0 x 1.3 inches
Weight 0.5lb
FUNCTIONS Dual-Band Display
Dual Frequency
Dual-Standby
Built-in VOX Function
LED Flashlight
Emergency Alert
50 CTCSS and 104 DCS
1750Hz Burst Tone
Includes 1 x Baofeng GT-5R Radio
1 x 1800mAh Li-ion Battery
1 x Desktop Charger (100V-240V)
1 x English Manual
1 x Hand Strap
1 x Earphone
1 x Antenna
1 x Adapter
1 x Belt Clip


Have questions?
E-mail support or call us at: 1-888-39-THINK (84465)
Partial List Of Supported Releases:

Trisquel 11, 11.01
Debian 12
Linux Mint 22, 22.1
Linux Mint Debian Edition (LMDE) 6
Slint 15.0
Debian 12
Ubuntu 22.04, 22.10, 23.04, 23.10, 24.04, 24.10
Ubuntu Mate 22.04, 22.10, 23.04, 23.10, 24.04, 24.10
Lubuntu 22.04, 22.10, 23.04, 23.10, 24.04, 24.10
Kubuntu 22.04, 22.10, 23.04, 23.10, 24.04, 24.10
elementary OS 8
Fedora 40, 41
Zorin OS 17, 17.1, 17.2
Mageia 9
Slackware 15.0

If you've got more than one Baofeng UV-5R or GT-5R two way radio and would like to be able to clone the channels/settings of the radio or you would otherwise like to program your GT-5R radio you'll need a Baofeng Programming Cable.