Kenwood KVC-3 Regular Rate Vehicular Charger Adapter

Kenwood KVC-3 Regular Rate Vehicular Charger: In-Car Charging for Mobile Crews

Kenwood · KVC-3 · Vehicular charger adapter · Regular (standard) rate · Vehicle DC outlet · Cradle sold separately

The Kenwood KVC-3 is a vehicle charger adapter that lets you charge your portable radio from your car or truck's DC outlet. It charges at a regular (standard) rate to help protect battery life in the field, making it a fit for fleet vehicles, security patrols, and any crew that runs mobile between calls and shifts. Browse the full Power & Charging range to round out your kit.

Who it's for

Built for security patrols charging on the go between posts, fleet vehicles keeping a spare radio topped up, construction and field-service teams working remote sites with no wall power, and event crews running from mobile units or trailers. Pair it with accessories like the Kenwood KBP-5 AA Alkaline Refillable Battery Pack for backup power when you're off-grid.

Key features

• In-vehicle charging: Plugs into your car or truck's DC outlet for on-the-go charging.
• Regular rate: Charges at standard speed to help protect battery life while in the field.
• Works with cradles: Use with select Kenwood single charger pods to dock your radio just like at base.
• Durable build: Rugged cable and adapter designed for daily fleet use.
• Compact: Light enough to store in your vehicle kit or glove box when not in use.

Specifications

Compatibility

The KVC-3 is designed for use with compatible single-unit Kenwood charger pods, including the KSC-35 and KSC-37, and pairs with radios such as the TK-2400, TK-3400, and TK-3230DX series, plus the NX-P1200, NX-P1300, and NX-240/340 series (check cradle compatibility). Because compatibility varies by radio and cradle, please contact us to confirm the KVC-3 will work with your specific Kenwood radio and charger before ordering.

What's in the box

• 1 x Kenwood KVC-3 Vehicular Charger Adapter
• Charging cradle sold separately

Frequently Asked Questions

How does the Kenwood KVC-3 vehicle charger work?

The KVC-3 plugs into your vehicle's DC outlet to charge your portable radio on the go. It works with a compatible Kenwood single-unit charger cradle (sold separately) so you can dock your radio in the vehicle much like at base.

What is a regular rate vehicular charger?

A regular rate charger charges at a standard speed rather than a rapid rate. The KVC-3 uses regular-rate charging, which is designed to help protect battery life while your radios are out in the field.

Does the Kenwood KVC-3 require a charging cradle?

Yes. The KVC-3 is an adapter designed for use with a compatible Kenwood single desktop charger cradle. The cradle is not included with the adapter and is sold separately.

Is the KVC-3 a rapid or regular rate charger?

The KVC-3 is a regular (standard) rate charger, not a rapid charger. Standard-rate charging is designed to help protect battery life during field use.

What radios is the Kenwood KVC-3 compatible with?

The KVC-3 is a Kenwood accessory built for use with compatible single-unit Kenwood charger pods. Because compatibility varies by radio and cradle, please contact us to confirm it fits your specific Kenwood radio before ordering.