The FT-897 looks kinda big vs the FT-817. If the conversion is correct. FT-897 7 7/8" x 3 1/8" x 8" FT-817 5.3" x 1.5" x 6.5" Here is some pic's http://tropo.narod.ru/New/Ham_fair/FT-897/FT-897.htm http://www.google.com/search?hl=en&q=FT-897&btnG=Google+Search de John K�CQW