Baofeng UV5R Mini Radio Sled

Baofeng UV-5R Mini Radio Sled

Compact Organization and Protection for Your Radio Kit

The Baofeng UV-5R Mini Radio Sled is a compact storage and organization solution designed specifically for users who want to keep their radio, antenna, and charging cable together in a neat, travel-friendly package. Whether you’re carrying your radio in a backpack, go-bag, vehicle kit, field pack, cargo pocket, or protective case, this sled helps eliminate tangled accessories and loose components while keeping everything organized and ready for deployment.

The concept behind this design is simple: when a radio is not actively being used, the antenna can be removed and stored alongside the radio. This significantly reduces the overall height and footprint of the package, making it easier to transport and store while protecting the antenna connector from unnecessary stress or damage.

Features

All-in-One Storage

The sled is designed to securely hold:

• Baofeng UV-5R Mini radio
• Factory antenna
• USB charging cable
• Optional lanyard or pull cord

Everything stays together in a single compact package, making it easy to grab and go.

Compact Transport Configuration

Removing the antenna for storage dramatically reduces the radio’s profile. This allows the radio to fit into:

• Backpack admin pouches
• Vehicle organizers
• Equipment cases
• Cargo pockets
• Emergency kits
• Range bags
• Travel bags

without the long antenna becoming a snag hazard or taking up unnecessary space.

Hook-and-Loop Retention System

Integrated slots allow the use of hook-and-loop straps to secure the radio and accessories firmly in place. The retention system keeps components from shifting during transport while still allowing rapid access when needed.

Antenna Protection

The sled provides dedicated storage for the antenna, helping prevent:

• Bent antennas
• Damaged connectors
• Excessive stress on the SMA radio connection
• Snagging on other equipment

Charging Cable Management

A dedicated cable storage area keeps the charging cable neatly organized and immediately available when needed. No more searching through bags for the correct charging cable.

Easy Retrieval

Integrated lanyard holes allow attachment of a pull tab, paracord loop, zipper pull, or other retrieval device. This makes it easy to remove the sled from deep pockets, backpacks, and equipment pouches.

Low-Profile Design

The flat sled design minimizes bulk while maximizing organization. The radio remains fully protected from rubbing against other gear while maintaining a slim footprint.

Ideal Applications

This organizer is perfect for:

• Amateur radio operators
• Emergency preparedness kits
• CERT teams
• Search and rescue personnel
• Hiking and outdoor adventures
• Off-road and overland vehicles
• Travel and vacation communication kits
• Everyday carry (EDC) bags
• Tactical and field communication setups

Printing Information

• Prints flat on the build plate
• No supports required
• Minimal material usage
• Fast print time
• Easy assembly with hook-and-loop straps

Design Philosophy

I created this sled to solve a common problem with compact handheld radios: while the radio itself is small, the antenna and charging cable often end up loose in a bag or tangled with other equipment. By creating a dedicated storage platform for all essential components, the entire radio kit becomes more organized, easier to transport, and quicker to deploy.

The result is a simple, lightweight, and practical organizer that keeps your Baofeng UV-5R Mini communication package together and ready whenever you need it.

Included in This Design

• Radio sled base
• Integrated antenna storage position
• Charging cable retention area
• Hook-and-loop strap slots
• Lanyard attachment point
• Compact travel-friendly layout

If you find this design useful, please consider rating it, sharing a photo of your print, and posting any remixes or improvements you create. I’d love to see how others adapt the design for their own radio setups. Happy printing!