Ultralight 215 g Solar Hand Crank Emergency Radio with Power Bank and Weather Alerts for Minimalist Backpackers

Ultralight 215 g Solar Hand Crank Emergency Radio with Power Bank and Weather Alerts for Minimalist Backpackers

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Ultralight 215 g Solar Hand Crank Emergency Radio with Power Bank and Weather Alerts for Minimalist Backpackers
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Ultralight 215 g Solar Hand Crank Emergency Radio with Power Bank and Weather Alerts for Minimalist Backpackers

£28.95
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Counting every gram in your pack and still want a radio, a torch and a charger?
For lightweight backpackers with a strict weight limit, this portable emergency radio combines solar, hand crank, LED light and power bank in a single 215 g unit.

You're deep in the wilderness, miles from the nearest socket. Your phone battery is draining fast. Then you notice that the batteries in your headlamp are flat and your GPS has given up. With a restricted load, there's no room for a bag of spares.

Every hiker who packs light knows this problem. Several single-purpose gadgets add weight, and each one still depends on its own batteries. One compact device that makes its own power takes care of both issues.

⚡ 1. Your own power, with no spare batteries to carry
The hand-crank radio generates energy where there's no socket in sight. Just one minute of cranking provides enough power for an important message or some navigation, so you can leave the spare cells at home.

🔋 2. Three power sources in one small body
Many lightweight items rely on a single source, which can leave you stuck. This radio offers a solar panel, a hand crank and USB charging. In the mountains, in your tent or on the move, you stay powered without carrying extra kit.

📻 3. Weather alerts, even without cell service
On remote trails, cell reception often drops out. The dedicated weather channel still delivers real-time alerts straight to the radio. You'll know when a storm is approaching and can react in time.

📱 4. A power bank for your phone, so you needn't carry a separate one
The built-in 1200 mAh battery is a compact power source for the trail. A few minutes of cranking gives you enough energy for a quick check-in, the next route direction or an emergency call.

💡 5. An LED torch that replaces a separate headlamp
The LED light gives bright illumination in your tent, on a dark forest path or while you rummage through your backpack. This light source stays reliable in wet or cold conditions.

🌧️ 6. Splash-proof, so it packs for any weather
With IPX3 splash-proof protection, this radio copes with rain, snow and harsh conditions outdoors. Whether you're hiking in a shower or bivouacking under open sky, it works when you need it.

🎒 7. Small and light enough that it never gets left behind
At just 215 g and measuring 12.8 x 6.0 x 4.5 cm, it slips easily into your backpack, an accessory pocket or a jacket pocket. Gear only helps if it comes with you, and this compact design takes up almost no space or weight.

Why this hand-crank multi-function radio suits a minimalist pack

Compact, lightweight and independent, it supplies reliable power by hand crank, solar or USB. It has an LED torch, AM/FM/weather alerts and a robust, splash-proof design made for tough conditions outdoors.

Feature Comparison, A Light Load Companion

🔧 Feature 🏕️ Our Backpacking Radio 📻 Standard Battery Radio 📱 Phone / GPS
⚡ Works without power grid Hand crank & solar Batteries eventually die Battery empty, game over
📡 Weather alerts Direct access () Reception only Network only
💧 Weather resistant IPX3 protection Mostly not waterproof Or not at all
🔋 Charging on the go Built-in power bank Single point of failure Only with power bank
🛡️ Reliable in the wilderness Multiple power sources Single point of failure Dependent on battery/signal

Whether you're hiking, camping, trekking or overlanding, this radio keeps your load light and your options open. Don't depend on spare batteries or dead devices. Be prepared with one small device that keeps you informed, lights your way and keeps your gear alive, all without a power outlet. 🏕️🚐🥾

Please refer to the user manual for correct use and charging instructions.
Do not submerge the device in water. It is splash-proof but not fully waterproof.

Specifications

Material: ABS plastic
Colours: Red, Black, Yellow, Orange, Green, Blue, Silver
Dimensions: Approximately 12.8 x 6 x 4.5 cm
Weight: Approximately 215 g
Maximum Power Consumption: 0.5 W
Operating Voltage: 3.7 V
Battery Capacity: 1200 mAh
LED Power: 0.75 W
Frequency Range: AM: 520-1710 kHz, FM: 87-108 MHz, WB: 162.400-162.550 MHz

What's in the box

1 × Multi-functional Portable Solar Emergency Radio

Delivery & returns

See our policies for delivery and return details.

Charging tips

Follow the instructions for your model. If it supports USB charging, charge it before storing it. Use the solar panel or hand crank as a backup on models that include them.

// The Ampworth standard

Gear you can count on.

We pick practical electronics for real life — power cuts, storms, road trips and weekends away. Clear details on every product, honest delivery times and a UK team who answers your emails.

01

Made for UK homes

Chosen for the moments that matter here: winter storms, power cuts and days off-grid.

02

Simple to use

Clear buttons, plain-English instructions and no apps or accounts needed.

03

12-month warranty

Every product is covered against manufacturing faults for 12 months. Full details on our Warranty page.

04

Real people, real answers

Email our UK team Monday to Friday, 9am–5pm. We reply within 1–2 business days.

// Be ready in 3 steps

Your power-cut plan

  1. A hand connecting a USB charger to the orange emergency radio
    STEP 01

    Charge it on arrival

    Give it a full charge when it arrives so it's ready the moment you need it.

  2. An emergency radio and torch in an open kitchen drawer
    STEP 02

    Keep it where you'll find it

    A kitchen drawer, by the door or in the car boot — somewhere everyone knows.

  3. A hand switching on the emergency radio with its torch lit
    STEP 03

    Test it every few months

    Switch it on, top up the charge and check the light — two minutes for peace of mind.

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// Ready when the power isn't

Buy it. Test it. 30 days.

Unpack it, wind it up, charge your phone from it. If it isn't right for your home or kit bag, return it within 30 days of delivery for a refund.

Questions about charging, bands or batteries? Email our UK team — we reply within 1–2 business days.

Free
UK delivery on every order
30 days
to return it for a refund
12 months
warranty on every radio
Returns & refunds
Orange emergency radio lighting a table during a storm
A hand turning the emergency radio crank on a kitchen table
Green hand-crank radio on a camping table at dusk

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