Two Way Radio Long Range

I'm looking at buying a set of Two-Way radios for my small consulting business. I would like as long of range as possible since I know you get less distance due to building obstructions & weather conditions. Both radios should have a recharging base they plug into. I've seen up to 18 mile GMRS radios but would like to see if I can find longer range. I can also apply for a FCC license if needed.

I'm looking into this as an alternative to wireless phones since I would only be speaking with one other person 95% of the time (my dispatch). Using these type of radios would cut down on the need for a larger calling plan with phones since most of my clients are within the same 5-10 mile range. I don't need private/encrypted channels but the FRS channels around here are too busy with other users.

Use of GMRS requires a license. In a business, *each person* using the radios would require their own license. Businesses cannot get a GMRS license as they are non-individuals. "Consumer grade" GMRS radios with those false 18 mile range claims will not work for the application you need. Range is typically 2 miles or less.

With a base station, and a mobile radio, you could swing this range with GMRS. *Maybe* a base and a handheld would work. You need that antenna height.

OR, you could go with something in the Business Radio service. A repeater would be needed. You probably need to consult with a reputable communications company and have them set you up. Equipment costs, licensing, and repeater lease fees could get costly.

2007-05-13 22:03:30 by rlucas7298

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I'm 24 and have dealt with two-way since I was 9, but need help researching and finding what would be the best handheld radio with the most wattage output.

Commercial handheld radios are pretty much limited to 4 watts of power for UHF and 5 watts for VHF. The unlicensed radios are typically limited to 1/4 watt. You can't get any serious range going handheld to handheld. The lower power and small antenna limits the reach. Depending on terrain (buildings, trees, water, hills, etc) you might get 5 miles or so. The unlicensed radios claim 1 mile but seldom get this far. You would need to use a repeater to boost the signal strength and range. You can pay for repeater access from a 2-way radio shop. You can also become a ham and use a ham repeater. Kenwood radios are a good value. Motorola is good but tends to be pricey. Icom is also a good brand. There are many other brands available.

2008-03-21 09:31:36 by dltrink

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Package Contents: (2) Walkie Talkie. (2) Rechargeable Battery Pack. (2) Charging Base (220V). (2) Antenna. (2) Wrist strap. (2) Carrying clip. Manual - English. USB transfer cable. CD with drivers.
Especially good for volunteer fire and ambulance departments with a limited budget (work as good as products from Motorola or Siemens but cost 1/5th the price). These transmitting and receiving two-way radio walkie talkies also go by the name "Professional Walkie Talkie Set, UHF Transceiver" in the press.
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I own a moving company, and would like to keep in touch with my drivers without having to pay fees for a telephone.

you should just get nextel

2007-02-14 07:12:33 by johnygojohny

Price: $79.99

iVOX hands-free communication without the need for an audio accessory
22 channels each with 121 privacy codes for superior interference protection
11 weather channels (7 NOAA) with alert features
VibraCall vibration alert or 20 different call tones
Pair of two-way radios with up to 35 mile range

you can get, Whats the best long range you can buy..

the best will give a good range of a few miles, though will have trouble in built up areas or where there are serious obstructions like hills or cliffs in the way. They are seriously expensive though!
Have a look at this one (£190 for one, not a pair!) on amazon
http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN /B000A63IVC/?yah.007-21

Alternatively if your budget is a bit tighter these ones are pretty good and have a range of about a couple of miles

http://www.amazon.co.uk/exec/obidos/ASIN /B0007VZ6WE/?yah.007-21

2007-07-15 13:49:24 by Martin K

gimme a link too please

Assuming you are talking about a hand-held radio and are in the US:

Without a licence, you can get a .5 watt FRS radio for about 2 miles of range. Next up would be a handheld CB radio (if they still make them) with 3-5watts for about 5 miles of range.

WITH a licence, you can get a GMRS radio for about 5 miles of range:
http://www.icomamerica.com/products/frs/ f21gm/
WITH an amateur radio licence, you could get a 6 meter or 2 meter radio for up to 10 miles range, up to a 100 miles with a repeater.
http://www.arrl.org

2006-02-26 11:01:54 by lijurific