- Do I need a license to use these?
- Yes. They transmit on GMRS frequencies, which require an FCC GMRS license in the US. FRS channels can be used without one.
- How far do they actually reach?
- Expect roughly a mile or two in open terrain and much less in woods or buildings. The advertised 36 miles assumes ideal line-of-sight conditions.
- Are they compatible with other walkie-talkies?
- They work with other GMRS and FRS radios on shared channels and privacy codes, including other Midland models.
- What is in the box?
- Three radios, three headsets, rechargeable battery packs, belt clips, a charging dock and AC adapter.
- Can they use standard AA batteries?
- Yes, the battery compartment accepts AA batteries as an alternative to the rechargeable packs.
- Do they have weather alerts?
- Yes, they include NOAA weather channels and an alert feature that warns of severe weather broadcasts.
- Where is the GXT1000X3VP4 GMRS Two-Way Radios with Headsets, Black, 3 Pack cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $114.99, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the GXT1000X3VP4 GMRS Two-Way Radios with Headsets, Black, 3 Pack?
- 2 stores we checked sell it, including Walmart, Amazon.