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Heathkit DX-60A Amateur Radio Transmitter in Excellent Cosmetic and Working Condition

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MPN:
DX-60A
Condition:
Used
Shipping:
$75.00 (Fixed Shipping Cost)
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
  • Vintage Heathkit DX-60A amateur radio transmitter in excellent cosmetic and working condition. 90W CW/AM, 80-40-20-15-10 meters, with three crystals. Classic tube rig, fully functional. Great for ham radio enthusiasts. Shipping available nationwide.
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Heathkit DX-60A Amateur Radio Transmitter in Excellent Cosmetic and Working Condition

 This beautiful transmitter was purchased about 30 years ago and was part of a large collection that was displayed in a clean dry environment and not used for all this time.

 I checked it on my bench and it has good output and appears to be working as it should with no obvious problems.

  The calibrator also worked well.

 There are two 40 meter crystals and one 10 meter crystal included.

 As with most vintage gear, it may be improved with new tubes and it would be prudent to replace the electrolytic capacitors, but it appears to be working as it should. 

I am selling it as is, as described.

  I have been packing and shipping heavy vintage gear for over 30 years and this item with be packed better than any paid packing service. 

If the shipping cost turns out to be lower than my quote, I will refund the difference.

 You can find a manual for a DX-60 which is essentially the same as the DX-60A at the link below:

Heathkit DX-60 Manual

Heathkit DX-60A Information & SpecsThe Heathkit DX-60A is a classic amateur radio transmitter from the mid-1960s (part of the DX-60 series produced roughly 1960–1976). It is a kit-built, tube-type CW (Morse code) and AM (phone) transmitter designed primarily for novice and general class operators. It covers the 80, 40, 20, 15, and 10 meter amateur bands.
 
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Key Specifications
  • Power Input: 90 watts peak (controlled-carrier AM) or CW.
  • Final Amplifier: Neutralized 6146 tube (common upgrade/replacement: 6146B or 6146W).
  • Output: Pi-network coupling, 50-72 ohm coaxial (typically SO-239 or similar).
  • Control: Crystal-controlled (multiple sockets: usually FT-243 style) or external VFO (e.g., matching Heath HG-10).
  • Features: Built-in low-pass filter for harmonic suppression, grid-block keying, front-panel meter for grid/plate current, single-knob bandswitching.
  • Power Requirements: 105-125V AC, 50/60 Hz, ~225 watts.
  • Size & Weight: Approximately 13¾" W x 11½" D x 6½" H, ~23 lbs.
  • Modes: CW and controlled-carrier AM phone.
     
     
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