Shortwave Listening (SWL)
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RFT SEG 15 transceiver
Mar 22, 2026The SEG 15 (Sende- und Empfangsgerät) is a true engineering gem from the former East Germany, manufactured by the renowned VEB Funkwerk Köpenick. This shortwave transceiver, operating between 1.6 and 12 MHz, earned its reputation thanks to an incredibly rugged build and a fully transistorized design that was quite advanced for its time. Although originally designed for military and civil use in bunkers or vehicles, its versatility allowed it to function as both a fixed station and a portable unit, delivering a solid 15 watts of power in sideband (SSB) modes.
What makes this rig special—especially the SEG 15D version from the '70s—is its precision: it allows you to toggle through 10,400 channels using decade switches in 1 kHz steps. Despite weighing nearly 8 kg, it remains a highly sought-after piece in the military surplus world. Today, many ham radio operators keep these units alive in their shacks, valuing that "built like a tank" construction and its ability to operate in extreme conditions with original accessories like whip antennas or microphones.
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