Tri-Band VHF/UHF Mobile

Q. What is a good choice for a second radio?
A. VHF/UHF tri-band FM mobile (for your vehicle)
OK, you already have a nice handheld radio, but now you want more power and longer range!

1.) Mobile Radio (for your vehicle, boat or house):

Mobile Ham Tri-Band Radio with Lighter Plug (for power)
2M: 25W (Peak), 20W (AVG) / Low: 10W
1.25M: 20W (Peak) 15W (AVG) / Low: 7W
70CM: 20W (Peak) 15W (AVG) / Low: 7W

2.) USB programming cable for mobile (not for walkie-talkie):
This is a must have accessory!
These radios have way too many settings to type in by hand.

BTECH PC04 FTDI USB Programming Cable for 25X4 for Mobile

3.) Magnet Mount (for your vehicle roof) and Coax:

Option A: 12 feet of coax cable
Option B: Heavy duty magnet and 18 feet of coax

4.) Tri-Band Antenna (screws into the magnet mount):

Option A: Comet Tri-Band VHF-UHF Mobile 36 Inch
Option B: Diamond Tri-Band VHF-UHF Mobile 37 Inch

5.) Get FREE programming software:
– CHIRP – Copy settings to/from other radios, backup/share settings

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