![]() ![]() The top of the tackle box is storage space for my LiFEPO4 battery and other items. You can even set up each of the four for different types of operations. I can load a lot of extra supplies in these containers. With the radio installed, I still have room for one container in its original position. In addition to using the tackle box for my go-box, I also got the four insertable clear plastic containers. Nylon was chosen to allow easy customized lengths. These screws extend through the case and screw into KX3. Securing the KX3 to the box was easily accomplished by substituting two longer nylon thumbscrews for the two shorter manufacturer-supplied ones. I used the Plano 135402 4-BY™ 3500 Stowaway® Rack System tacklebox.Ī very similar box is the Harbor Freight- STOREHOUSE Toolbox Organizer with 4 Drawers. I have put together a slideshow on my go-box with instructions and suggestions at /rapidkx3. I like working with plastic cases because they are lightweight and easily modified. You could also substitute other similar tackle or tool boxes. ![]() The design I have used can work with other radios with similar footprints, including Elecraft KX2, Icom 705, Xeigu 5105 or 6100, etc. Here is a photo (above) of operating FD from Delaware This model is not designed for airplane baggage handling or other rough transportation but works well in a backpack or carry-on. ![]() In this model, almost all interconnections of elements in the kit are already made, and the opening of the case and attachment of the antenna get me on the air in seconds. My preferred method for go-boxes is the rapid deployment model. I am not a SOTA operator, and although weight is still an issue, this is definitely not a minimalist setup. I also like always to have the option of both multiple modes (CW, SSB & DIGI) and multiple bands for my portable operations. I have been active in portable Field Operations, portable contest operations and POTA for many years. K8ZT Elecraft KX3 Rapid Deployment, Expedition Go-Box If you would like to share your field kit with the QRPer community, read this post. Many thanks to Anthony (K8ZT) who shares the following article about his portable field radio kit which will be featured on our Field Kit Gallery page. ![]()
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