Yaesu FBA-39 Battery Tray for 3 AA Cells

The Yaesu FBA-39 is an original Yaesu battery tray designed to allow the use of 3 AA/LR6 batteries with compatible Yaesu handheld radios.

This accessory is especially useful as an alternative power solution when a charged Li-Ion battery pack is not available, during field operation, outdoor activities, emergencies, travel, events or situations where AA batteries are easier to obtain than recharging the radio’s original battery pack.

The FBA-39 allows the radio to remain operational for receiving and, depending on the radio model, may allow reduced-power transmission for emergency use. Transmit power, runtime and operating behaviour depend on the transceiver model, the batteries used and the operating conditions.

The tray installs in place of the compatible battery pack, providing a practical backup power option for amateur radio operators who need extra flexibility during portable operation.

Main features

• Original Yaesu battery tray
• Brand: Yaesu
• Model: FBA-39
• Capacity: 3 AA / LR6 batteries
• Designed for AA alkaline cells
• Ideal as alternative or emergency power
• Useful for portable and field operation
• Installs in place of the compatible battery pack
• Allows use of widely available AA batteries
• Practical solution for receiving, monitoring and backup use
• Batteries not included
• Not a battery charger
• Does not charge batteries inside the tray

Indicated compatibility

Compatible with several Yaesu handheld radios, including models from the following families:

• Yaesu FT-5D / FT5DR / FT5DE
• Yaesu FT-3D / FT3DR / FT3DE
• Yaesu FT-2D / FT2DR / FT2DE
• Yaesu FT-1D / FT1DR / FT1DE / FT1XDR
• Yaesu VX-8D / VX-8DR
• Yaesu VX-8R
• Yaesu VX-8GR

Compatibility may vary depending on the regional version of the radio. Always confirm the exact radio model before purchasing.

Recommended applications

• Backup power for Yaesu handheld radios
• Field operation
• Hiking, expeditions and outdoor activities
• Emergency communications
• Frequency monitoring
• Events and support communications
• Portable amateur radio operation
• Situations where the main Li-Ion battery pack cannot be charged
• Emergency kit for portable stations

Important note

The Yaesu FBA-39 should be used with suitable AA/LR6 batteries. The Yaesu manual indicates use with AA alkaline cells and states that the tray does not provide charging connections. Do not attempt to charge batteries inside the FBA-39.

For long-term storage or when the tray will not be used for an extended period, remove the batteries to prevent leakage and possible damage to the accessory or radio. Transmit power may be limited when the radio is powered using this battery tray.