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The walkie-talkies allow you to send voice messages in environments where other means of communication do not work. There are different types of these devices, differing in the operating ranges of the waves. Some walkie-talkies are designed for the city, they well suppress interference on the air. Others - for use in the forest, on the river or in the sea, with the help of such walkie-talkies transmit messages over long distances. Therefore, you can not choose a better radio, without regard to the conditions of its operation. We will help you to understand what kind of walkie-talkies are and what they are intended for. You will learn about the most popular models among the most common types of walkie-talkies.

What radio to choose

There is a huge number of radios thatare designed for use in different conditions.

There are walkie-talkies:

1. For use outside the city. They are designed for hunters, fishermen, tourists. Such walkie-talkies receive a signal on rough terrain. It is important to have a large range of the device, a reliable signal and a battery that retains the charge for a long time.

2. Professional. They are designed for the military, the rescuers. These are professional devices that can have signal coding.

3. For urban conditions. There are walkie-talkies for builders and employees of private security companies. These devices should be good to catch the signal in the city.

4. For vehicles. The devices are designed for taxi drivers and truckers. A walkie-talkie should have a high-quality noise reduction.

5. Radios for river and sea navigation. Devices that have received the Russian River Register Certificate and corresponding to the Certificate of the Ministry of Communications are distinguished by reliability, signal range and special protection from water.

In the market leading companies that produce radios for various purposes.

The list is formed from the more known to less well-known brands:

1. Motorola is the leader among companies engaged in the production of radios for various purposes.

2. Megajet - produces the best radio stations for cars.

3. Roger - famous for professional and construction walkie-talkies.

4. Yaesu - manufacturer of universal radio stations, with a long signal range.

5. Midland - specializes in radio stations for city taxi services.

6. Vega - produces river walkie-talkies.

7. Icom is a famous manufacturer of the best marine radios.

The best walkie-talkies for use outside the city: for hunting and tourism

MOTOROLA GP340

With external minimalist design this radio has a full set of necessary functions. This radio is designed to operate in three frequency bands: VHF4, UHF, LB.

The device is equipped with a transmitter in 6W and a transmitter with a sensitivity of 0.25 μV.This device is reliable, it is well protected against water and dirt, and also has a housing capable of withstanding a fall from a two-meter height. Antenna manufacturers made a removable, so that if necessary it could easily be replaced. The radio remembers 16 communication channels and can operate in repeater mode. The battery, created with the use of technology Ni-MH, on battery life keeps the charge 11 hours. There is an indicator that the charge is coming to an end.

Advantages:

• high power transmission device;
• durability;
• strength.

Disadvantages:

• high price;
• in Russia the device needs to be registered.

This radio can work for years.

YAESU FT-60R

This is an expensive model, with virtually no drawbacks. It works in the following ranges: VHF and UHF.
Power of its transmitter is 5 watts. When communicating at short distances, it can be reduced to reduce battery power consumption. The walkie-talkie has an indicator that shows the level of charge and the regime that provides economical consumption of electricity. The charge storage mode is automatically turned on. The device is capable of sending a signal to large distances of several kilometers. For negotiations at a distance of several kilometers, the power of the built-in antenna may be missing and it will be necessary to purchase another one.

The device has a rugged case, protected from moisture and dust, which does not break on a hard surface, falling out of the pocket. The monochrome radio display is highlighted. Also have a backlight and rubber control keys. There is a regulator with which the frequency changes. You can connect a headset to the walkie-talkie to make conversations confidential. The radio sets a password, both on the mobile phone.

Advantages:

• protected rugged case;
• powerful transmitter;
• the possibility of using a headset;
• trouble-free operation.

Disadvantages:

• requires registration in the Russian Federation.

MOTOROLA XTB446

The set of walkie-talkies is designed for beginning hunters and is relatively inexpensive. But accordingly, the functionality of the devices is limited. The radios operate in the PMR band, and the transmitter power is only 0.5W.This is enough to negotiate a few kilometers away. In the open area, the walkie-talkie catches signals within a radius of 8 km. The device can store 8 communication channels. The channel number is shown on a monochrome backlit display. The channels are switched using the button.

Advantages:

• includes two devices;
• does not require registration;
• waterproof housing;
• good range;
• holds the charge well.

Disadvantages:

• work in the same range;
• the antenna is not removable;
• body is not very durable.

The best professional walkie-talkies

MOTOROLA CP-040

The model has 4 communication channels and a powerful transmitter that allows you to transmit a signal within a radius of several kilometers. The device is designed to work in the ranges: VHF and UHF.

The walkie-talkie supports CTCSS encryption to protect the privacy of conversations. The case is made of metal. It reliably protects the radio from impacts, falls from a height and moisture. Therefore, this walkie-talkie is suitable even for climbers and lovers of extreme sports. The antenna is removable, it can be replaced if necessary. The NiMH battery is designed for 19 hours of battery life. Users describe the device as an excellent walkie-talkie for private security companies.

Advantages:

• strong metal housing;
• water resistance;
• signal encoding capability;
• simple operation;
• powerful transmitter;
• detachable antenna;
• is a good battery, designed for long battery life.

Disadvantages:

• high price;
• large dimensions and weight of the device.

ROGER KP-14

The company Roger is famous for its radios, which are popular with builders. Also these devices are often used where there is no mobile communication.

This device, operating in two bands LDP and PMR, has a simple control. It is equipped with a long antenna, which can easily be replaced. The transmitter power is only 0.4 W, but this is enough to maintain good communication within a radius of several kilometers. The body is made of impact-resistant plastic with a metal chassis reinforcement. The radio is also protected from moisture. You can connect a headset to the device.

Pluses:

The

• operates in two bands;
• has a good range;
• rugged housing;
• protection against moisture ingress;
• removable antenna.

Disadvantages:

• is a fragile fastening system;
• high price.

The best car radios

MEGAJET MJ-600 TURBO

Ideal walkie-talkie for drivers involved in long-distance cargo transportation. It can capture 220 channels operating in the range of 26.965 - 27.855 MHz. The walkie-talkie is equipped with an LCD display. It well withstands negative temperatures.

The device has an ASQ noise reduction system that eliminates any interference in the air. The powerful microprocessor 3P8249XZZ-TWR9, manufactured by SAMSUNG, guarantees fast operation of the device.

Advantages:

• compact size;
• good power;
• noise reduction;
• stylish design;
• it is possible to connect an external loudspeaker.

Disadvantages:

• voice in the outgoing signal is not transmitted very high quality.

MIDLAND ALAN 48 EXCEL

This is a powerful 400-channel mobile radio for a taxi. It has a large transmitter power, adjustable noise reduction level and microphone sensitivity. In the walkie-talkie there is an ESP2 function that allows us to receive weak useful signals. The device can store and recall the last two channels. Advantages:

• always accepts and transmits a signal well;
• noise can be adjusted;
• the ability to receive weak signals.

Disadvantages:

• in the manual there is no Russian language;
• is difficult to configure the first time.

MEGAJET MJ-200 +

This model of car radio station is considered inexpensive, but it is not inferior in quality to many known expensive radio sets. The device has a non-volatile memory and a dual scan function. The walkie-talkie is easy to set up. Can receive 120 channels with Russian and foreign frequency grids. The walkie-talkie has an LCD display on which the large symbols reflect information.

Advantages:

• non-volatile memory;
• can smoothly adjust the sensitivity of the device;
• has a dual scan function.

Disadvantages:

• uncomfortable knobs-regulators;
• is very difficult to adjust.

PRESIDENT TEDDY ASC

This device is ideal for foreign trips. It receives signals at all European standard frequencies. The walkie-talkie is equipped with an LCD display. Information on the screen is displayed in large characters. The radio works in the CB-band and has a remote car antenna. The device has a filter for interference, so the quality of the received signal is always at a high level.

Advantages:

• sensitive receiver;
• large frequency range;
• is easy to configure and manage;The
• signal is not lost.

Disadvantages: The

• squelch does not miss weak signals.

MEGAJET MJ-650

This walkie-talkie is most often chosen for collective trips. The output power of the signal is 8W.The device can operate on 240 channels using six frequency grids. The radio has nonvolatile memory. There is a function that allows you to select 4 channels for quick access. Has an ASQ noise reduction system. The device provides a button for a convenient transition from the European network to the Russian one.

Pluses:

• good sounding of the received signal;
• quality noise reduction;
• wide frequency range;
• easy operation.

Disadvantages: The

• at high volume resonates the case.

The best river and sea radios

River walkie-talkie VEGA VG-304

Vessels are needed to support inter-ship communication, receive messages from controllers, and to transmit distress signals. VEGA VG-304 meets all the requirements for river walkie-talkies and the IEC529 standard IP54-IP55.It is recommended for use on river vessels by the River Register of the Russian Federation.

Advantages:

• robust polycarbonate housing with aluminum chassis;
• light weight;
• has a backlit display;
• dust protection;
• is not afraid of water spray;
• adjustable squelch;
• button for distress signal;
• voice activated;
• is a mode to save battery power.

Disadvantages:

• charge only lasts 8 hours.

ICOM IC-M304 - Marine radio

The radio does not fail even when submerged for half an hour under water at a depth of 1 meter.

Advantages:

• waterproof enclosure meeting the requirements of IPX74;
• enlarged display with large symbols;
• has 4 kinds of backlight;
• system DSC, which transmits the coordinates of the vessel in emergency calls;
• the newest speaker Force5AudioTM;
• built-in squelch;
• storing the channel and calling it with one button;
• AquaQuake button to automatically clean the loudspeaker from water.

Disadvantages:

• not detected.

What kind of walkie-talkie to buy

1. For use outside the city, the Motorola GP340 transmitter works in 3 frequency bands. It is most often used by hunters and fans of hikes.

2. Among the professional radios, the leader is the CP-040, which allows to encode the signal.

3. If you need a professional walkie-talkie for builders, the best among them is Roger KP-14.

4. The best car radio MegaJet MJ-650.It is distinguished by the excellent sound of the received signal, good noise reduction. It has the largest frequency range. The radio can work both in the Russian network and in the European one.

5. The best budget option is the car radio MegaJet MJ-200 +.It is easy to manage, can catch 120 channels in the Russian and foreign networks.

6. VEGA VG-304 is suitable for river vessels.

7. For marine navigation, the best walkie-talkie will be Icom IC-M304.