Expedition Radio
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- What do buyers say about the Expedition Radio?
- Rated 4.9 out of 5 from 700 ratings. Buyers like: Clear, reliable communication with impressive range across varied terrain; Exceptional build quality and durability; Outstanding battery life lasting multiple days between charges. Common complaints: One reviewer noted they work only where cell signals exist; Cost is high.
From Rocky Talkie
- 5-watt GMRS radio, the highest power allowed for handheld GMRS
- IP67 waterproof: withstands 1 meter of submersion, with a water-shedding design
- 1800 mAh battery delivers 4–6 days of use on a single charge, even in frigid conditions
- Max range over 35 miles line-of-sight; 2–8 miles typical in backcountry terrain
- Shatterproof LED screen and protective rubber padding for durability
- Dual-channel monitoring, NOAA weather alerts and 8 GMRS repeater channels
- Materials
- Protective rubber padding; shatterproof LED screen; integrated steel gator clip; metal-reinforced back-up leash
- Fit
- Radio body 10.3 cm tall x 6.2 cm wide x 3.4 cm thick; weight 9.1 oz
- Guarantee
- 3 year warranty for personal use, 1 year warranty for commercial use
- Shipping
- Free shipping when you spend over a set amount
- Packs
- Sold individually; kits available: 2 radios and 2 hand mics, 1 radio and 1 headset, 1 radio and 1 hand mic, 1 radio and 1 Quantum Loop
- In the box
- One Expedition Radio, Steel Gator Clip, Metal-reinforced back-up leash, Lithium-ion battery (replaceable), USB-C charging cable, 7.5 cm antenna (pre-installed)
About the Expedition Radio
The Rocky Talkie Expedition Radio is our powerful 5-watt GMRS radio, featuring extended range, multi-day battery life, and full waterproof protection. Hand-tested to IP67 standards, the radio withstands one meter of submersion and features a water-shedding design for quick, clear communication—even in whitewater. This radio is fully compatible with our award-winning FRS Mountain Radio .
Built and tested in the Colorado Rockies, the Expedition Radio is constructed with a protective rubber padding and a shatterproof LED screen for enhanced durability. A specialized 1800 mAh battery delivers 4–6 days of use on a single charge, even in frigid conditions. With 5 watts of output—the highest allowed for handheld GMRS radios—it offers a max range of over 35 miles, with 2–8 miles more typical in backcountry terrain. For more info on range, please see our range testing video .
Each radio comes ready to use with a compact 7.5 cm antenna installed, plus an included 17 cm antenna to moderately enhance range and weather channel reception. Additional features include dual-channel monitoring, access to NOAA weather alerts, and 8 GMRS repeater channels for extended transmission.
Attachment is simple with the integrated steel gator clip (360° rotation) and backup leash. For even more versatility, the Expedition Radio is compatible with our modular Carabiner Attachment, the Universal Mount system, and the high-performance Whip Antenna.
