20 Best Uhf Ssb Radio [2024]

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1 Yaesu FT-818ND FT-818 6W HF/VHF/UHF All Mode Mobile Transceiver Yaesu FT-818ND FT-818 6W HF/VHF/UHF All Mode Mobile Transceiver
2 Uniden BEARCAT 980 40- Channel SSB CB Radio with Sideband NOAA WeatherBand,7- Color Digital Display... Uniden BEARCAT 980 40- Channel SSB CB Radio with Sideband NOAA WeatherBand,7- Color Digital...
3 TYT TH-9800D Plus Version Quad Band Cross-Band 50W Mobile Transceiver Vehicle Radio Amateur Base... TYT TH-9800D Plus Version Quad Band Cross-Band 50W Mobile Transceiver Vehicle Radio Amateur Base...
4 TYT TH-9800D Quad Band 50W Cross-Band Mobile, 10M/6M/2M/70CM Mobile Transceiver, A+B Dual Band Two... TYT TH-9800D Quad Band 50W Cross-Band Mobile, 10M/6M/2M/70CM Mobile Transceiver, A+B Dual Band...
5 BOOBRIE RG58 UHF Coaxial Cable PL-259 UHF Male to UHF Male Low Loss Ham Radio Cable CB Coax... BOOBRIE RG58 UHF Coaxial Cable PL-259 UHF Male to UHF Male Low Loss Ham Radio Cable CB Coax...
6 AnyTone AT-778UV Dual Band Transceiver Mobile Radio VHF/Uhf Two Way Radio AnyTone AT-778UV Dual Band Transceiver Mobile Radio VHF/Uhf Two Way Radio
7 Icom IC-2730A Dual Band VHF/UHF 50W Mobile Radio Icom IC-2730A Dual Band VHF/UHF 50W Mobile Radio
8 President Electronics MC KINLEY USA Hm AM/SSB Tranceiver CB Radio, 40 Channels, 7 Weather Channels,... President Electronics MC KINLEY USA Hm AM/SSB Tranceiver CB Radio, 40 Channels, 7 Weather...
9 Bingfu Vehicle Ham Radio Mobile Radio Antenna Dual Band VHF UHF 136-174MHz 400-470MHz Amateur Radio... Bingfu Vehicle Ham Radio Mobile Radio Antenna Dual Band VHF UHF 136-174MHz 400-470MHz Amateur...
10 TYT TH-8600 Mini 25 Watt Dual Band Amateur Radio Base, IP67 Waterproof Radio VHF: 144-148mhz (2m)... TYT TH-8600 Mini 25 Watt Dual Band Amateur Radio Base, IP67 Waterproof Radio VHF: 144-148mhz (2m)...
11 UHF Coaxial Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector PL259 Socket (UHF Female) to SO239... UHF Coaxial Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector PL259 Socket (UHF Female) to...
12 President Richard 10 Meter Ham Radio, 50W PEP President Richard 10 Meter Ham Radio, 50W PEP
13 BTECH AMP-V25 Amplifier for VHF (136-174MHz), 20-40W Output (2-6W Input), Analog and Digital Modes,... BTECH AMP-V25 Amplifier for VHF (136-174MHz), 20-40W Output (2-6W Input), Analog and Digital...
14 Bingfu CB Radio Antennas 27MHz - PL259 & BNC Male CB Truck Antenna Kit Magnetic Base - Compatible... Bingfu CB Radio Antennas 27MHz - PL259 & BNC Male CB Truck Antenna Kit Magnetic Base - Compatible...
15 Superbat UHF Male PL-259 to UHF Male PL-259 Low Loss Digital Coax UHF Jumper Cable (12' RG58) for... Superbat UHF Male PL-259 to UHF Male PL-259 Low Loss Digital Coax UHF Jumper Cable (12" RG58) for...
16 Comet SBB-5NMO 2M/70cm Dual Band Mobile Antenna Comet SBB-5NMO 2M/70cm Dual Band Mobile Antenna
17 Standard Horizon GX1300B VHF, Eclipse, Basic, Black Standard Horizon GX1300B VHF, Eclipse, Basic, Black
18 Tyt Th-9000d Vhf Mono Band Mobile Transceiver 65 Watt 200 Channel 8 Group Scrambler Car Truck... Tyt Th-9000d Vhf Mono Band Mobile Transceiver 65 Watt 200 Channel 8 Group Scrambler Car Truck...
19 Kenwood ProTalk NX-P1300AU UHF Two-Way Portable Radio (5 W), 64 Channels & 4 Zones, 1,000 mW Loud... Kenwood ProTalk NX-P1300AU UHF Two-Way Portable Radio (5 W), 64 Channels & 4 Zones, 1,000 mW Loud...
20 AnyTone AT-778UV Transceiver Mobile Radio Dual Band 25W VHF/UHF VOX Vehicle Car Radio w/Cable AnyTone AT-778UV Transceiver Mobile Radio Dual Band 25W VHF/UHF VOX Vehicle Car Radio w/Cable
Bestseller No. 1
Yaesu FT-818ND FT-818 6W HF/VHF/UHF All Mode Mobile Transceiver
  • RX: 100 kHz - 33 MHz; 33 MHz - 56 MHz; 76 MHz - 108 MHz; 108 MHz - 154 MHz; 420 MHz - 470 MHz
  • TX: 1.8 MHz - 29.7 MHz (5.3320 MHz/ 5.3480 MHz/ 5.3585 MHz/ 5.3730 MHz/ 5.4050MHz); 50 MHz - 54 MHz; 144 MHz - 148 MHz; 430 MHz - 450 MHz (Amateur...
  • Increased power output 6W(SSB, CW, FM) 2.0W(AM Carrier)
  • Improved frequency stability ±0.5 ppm : Built-in TCXO-9
  • Larger battery capacity : 9.6V/1,900mAh (SBR-32)
SaleBestseller No. 2
Uniden BEARCAT 980 40- Channel SSB CB Radio with Sideband NOAA WeatherBand,7- Color Digital Display...
  • STAY CONNECTED: The BEARCAT 980 SSB CB Radio allows you to stay connected while out on the road and is great for people with a long drive ahead of...
  • LARGE EASY-TO-READ DISPLAY & CHANNEL: Illuminated control panel with 7 color personalized display options for easy use in all lighting conditions....
  • 40 CHANNEL: Full spectrum CB operation & instantly switches to emergency channel 9. Features NOAA weather channels with the push of a button
  • NEW NOISE CANCELLING MICROPHONE: Noise Canceling Mic reduces background noise for crystal clear communication
  • WIRELESS MICROPHONE COMPATABILE: The integrated SWR gives perfect antenna matching. Working with the Uniden BC906W CB Wireless Microphone the Bearcat...
Bestseller No. 3
TYT TH-9800D Plus Version Quad Band Cross-Band 50W Mobile Transceiver Vehicle Radio Amateur Base...
  • ★★ Welcome to VMUKSAN, The Latest Plus Version of TYT TH-9800D, 50W/40W Full Quad Band Dual Display FM Amateur Mobile Radio/Transceiver, A MUST...
  • ★★ Frequency: TX: 28-29.7/50-54/144-148/420-450MHz, RX: 26-33/47-54/108-180/320-512/750-950MHz (P.S. AM mode selectable on VHF receive frequencies...
  • ★★ Features: V/V, U/U, V/U Simultaneous Receive, V+U Cross-Band Repeater, Full Dual Display and Receive, High/Mid1/Mid2/Low Power Setting,...
  • ★★ Free Programming Cable & Software DISC Included (P.S. Driver Installation NEEDED, Factory Software Download from DISC or TYT Official Website),...
  • ★★ One Proven Model, Lots of USERS or TURORIALS on Youtube, Google, Facebook Group. PLEASE CONTACT US AT ANY TIME IF YOU HAVE ANY QUESTIONS. WE...
Bestseller No. 4
TYT TH-9800D Quad Band 50W Cross-Band Mobile, 10M/6M/2M/70CM Mobile Transceiver, A+B Dual Band Two...
  • 1.▲▲☞FONGHOO☜▲▲ Official Distributor of TYT. Great Radio At Great Price, "Plus" Version of TYT TH-9800, Remote Mountable Faceplate, Twin...
  • 2. Quad-band Transmit, Twin Receive, Dual Display; TX: 28-29/50-54/144-148/420-450MHz; RX: 26-33/47-54/110-180(with AM Air...
  • 3. CHIRP Software for Easier Programming or FREE download the programming software on TYT official website
  • 4. Function: Cross Brand Repeater, 800 AlphaNumeric Memory channels, CTCSS, DCS (PL & DPL), DTMF, 2 Tone, 5 Tone, ANI, Display Brightness Setting,...
  • 5. Kit Includes: TYT TH-9800D Mobile Radio, Speaker Mic (DTMF Function), DC power cable with fuse holder, Radio & Mic Brackets, Mounting Hardware,...
Bestseller No. 6
AnyTone AT-778UV Dual Band Transceiver Mobile Radio VHF/Uhf Two Way Radio
  • If you are not satisfied with it in 1 month. Please feel free to Contact with us if you have any query. We will give you prompt reply and good after...
  • ☛AnyTone AT-778UV Mobile Radio is complied with Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regulations. complies with Part 15B and Part 97 of FCC rule,...
  • ☛25W/15W/5W DualBand VHF/UHF Mobile Radio Transceiver! 180 degree rotatable TFT LCD displayFull alloy body for heat radiation. It is with VOX...
  • ☛Narrow Band compliant,Lighted Keypad mic, Built-in Speakers in both Radio & Mic,Built-In cooling Fan,DC power cable with fuse holder & More!!Single...
  • ☛ Please download the Programming Software from support in AnyTone website.You can find the AnyTone website address in the user's manual.
SaleBestseller No. 7
Icom IC-2730A Dual Band VHF/UHF 50W Mobile Radio
  • 50 watts of output on VHF and UHF
  • VHF/VHF, UHF/UHF simultaneous receive
  • Optional VS-3 Bluetooth headset
  • Easy-to-See large white backlight LCD
  • Easy controller mounting with the optional MBF-1
SaleBestseller No. 8
President Electronics MC KINLEY USA Hm AM/SSB Tranceiver CB Radio, 40 Channels, 7 Weather Channels,...
  • 40 channels AM/SSB, Channel rotary switch, Volume adjustment and ON/OFF
  • Manual squelch and ASC, Multi-functions LCD display, Digital S-meter
  • ANL filter, NB and HI-CUT; Channels and memories scan; 3 Memories
  • F function key, Beep Function, Dual watch, Preset 9/19, Talkback, Tone
  • Weather channel with Alert, Front microphone plug, External loudspeaker jack
Bestseller No. 9
Bingfu Vehicle Ham Radio Mobile Radio Antenna Dual Band VHF UHF 136-174MHz 400-470MHz Amateur Radio...
  • Frequency Range: VHF 136-174MHz, UHF 400-470MHz
  • Compatible with Amateur Mobile Radio, Ham Radio, FRS GMRS Two Way Radio: BTECH, ICOM, Kenwood, Midland, Yaesu, TYT, AnyTone, Radioddity, Cobra,...
  • Antenna Height: 9cm; Antenna Mounting: UHF PL259 Male Connector;
  • Compatible with: Marine Boat VHF Radio, Ham Radio, Two Way Radio, Amateur Radio, FRS GMRS MURS Radio, Walkie Talkies;
  • Package List: 1 x Antenna (As the Picture Shown)
Bestseller No. 10
TYT TH-8600 Mini 25 Watt Dual Band Amateur Radio Base, IP67 Waterproof Radio VHF: 144-148mhz (2m)...
  • 1.▲▲☞FONGHOO☜▲▲ Official Distributor of TYT. Newest Dual Band TH-8600 Mobile Transceiver, FCC ID: POD25W-WP, Compact & Solid with Large...
  • 2. Ext. Speaker & PC Programming Date Port on the back, Microphone connecter on the front, Dual Band, Dual Display, Dual Watch, Mini Unit & output...
  • 3. Features: TX: VHF 144-148mhz (2m) UHF 420-450mhz (70cm); 200 Channels, 5 programmable function key, 1750/2100/1000/1450 Tone, CTCSS, DCS, 2 Tone, 5...
  • 4. Easy programmable through Microphone, FREE software download at TYT official website. Please contact us if you have any problem ( programming,...
  • 5. Package Includes: Radio unit, DTMF microphone, mount Bracket, DC power cable, screw, user manual, programming cable
Bestseller No. 11
UHF Coaxial Lightning Arrestor PL-259 Lightning Surge Protector PL259 Socket (UHF Female) to SO239...
  • 1.Coaxial UHF Lightning Arrester,PL259(UHF Female) Socket TO SO239 Socket( UHF Female) ,PL-259 Lightning surge protector for Coaxial cable. With...
  • 2.Run a piece of heavy gauge copper wire (8 or 10 gauge) from the grounding screw on the side of the arrestor to a 3 foot minimum length grounding rod...
  • 3.High quality construction,reliable Wide-Band Performance from DC-1GHz, insertion loss 0.1dB and VSWR 1.2 ,Replaceable 90V Gas Tube Element with High...
  • 4.A great UHF PL259 arrestor to protect your life, protectors offer HF/VHF/UHF other frequency equipment with extremely low loss. They boast an...
  • 5.SO239 arresters should be installed as close as possible to the equipment to be protected, often at the point where the coax cable enters the...
Bestseller No. 12
President Richard 10 Meter Ham Radio, 50W PEP
  • Multi-function LCD display; Frequencies display; S-meter
  • Rotary switch channel selector; Digital SWR; Volume adjustment and ON/OFF; Mode switch AM/FM
  • RF gain; Mic gain; Roger beep; Talkback, Scan; ANL filter; NB and Hi-cut; PA; Echo
  • 170mm x 160mm x 52mm; DIN size; USB charging socket; Front microphone plug; External loudspeaker jack
  • This is a 10 meter radio, not a CB
Bestseller No. 13
BTECH AMP-V25 Amplifier for VHF (136-174MHz), 20-40W Output (2-6W Input), Analog and Digital Modes,...
  • Easily extend the communication range of your handheld radio; Use the AMP-V25 to create: a mobile radio with a vehicle mounted antenna, a high power...
  • Kit Includes the necessary cables and interface connectors to easily connect to BTECH and BaoFeng Radios.
  • Recommended Accessory: Pair with the BTECH UT-72 Antenna or NMO-72 Antenna & compatible mount for an easy mobile or field deployed solution.
  • What's Included: Amp Body, Mobile Mounting Bracket & Screw set, Radio to Amplifier Antenna Cable (SMA Female to SMA Male), Control Cable (K1 to K1),...
  • BTECH is proud to be in the USA, which allows you to have the best available local support for any issue that may arise. BTECH only engineers and...
Bestseller No. 14
Bingfu CB Radio Antennas 27MHz - PL259 & BNC Male CB Truck Antenna Kit Magnetic Base - Compatible...
  • Compatible with CB radios from many brand with a PL259 & BNC connector, improve quality and range to CB radio reception. The antenna works on all...
  • Heavy duty Center coil-loaded spring and strong magnetic mount, easy to be installed on the roof, hood or trunk of vehicles and trucks, and will not...
  • Max Input Power: 50W; Cable Type: RG58/U Coaxial Cable; Cable Length: 3m / 10 feet; Cable Connector Type: PL259 Male Connector; Accessories: BNC Male...
  • Compatible with: Galaxy DX-959B DX-939F, Uniden Bearcat 980 880 PRO510XL PRO520XL PRO505XL PC78LTX CMX760 PC88LTX PC68LTX, Cobra 29LTD, Radioddity...
  • Package List: 1 x Antenna(PL259 Male Connector), 1 x 3.54 inch Magnetic Base, 1 x Connector Adapter (BNC Male to SO-239 Female Connector Adapter) (As...
Bestseller No. 15
Superbat UHF Male PL-259 to UHF Male PL-259 Low Loss Digital Coax UHF Jumper Cable (12" RG58) for...
  • UHF Male PL-259 to UHF Male PL-259 coaxial cable (1 pcs)
  • Cable length:About 12 inches(30cm) | Cable type: Flexiable Coaxial Quality Low Loss RG58 | Impedance: 50 Ohm
  • Connector: UHF Male | Connector material: Brass (Not Alloy) Body Plating:Nickel | Contact Pin: Brass, Gold plating | Contact point: tin plating |...
  • Used for Antennas, Antenna Analyzer,dummy load, Radio Scanner, Ham Radio Transceiver,SWR METER,CB Radio Handheld & Amateur Radio Equipment.
  • Never worry about any security problems. We are confident in the quality of our cable and willing to provide 1 MONTHS Replacement Warranty and 100%...
SaleBestseller No. 16
Comet SBB-5NMO 2M/70cm Dual Band Mobile Antenna
  • Dualband Mobile Antenna
  • Coverage: 2M, 70cm
  • Max Power: 120 watts
  • Length: 38"
  • Connector: NMO
Bestseller No. 17
Standard Horizon GX1300B VHF, Eclipse, Basic, Black
  • Affordable Ultra Compact Class D Fixed Mount VHF Radio in Black
  • Meets ITU-R M493-13 Class D DSC (Digital Selective Calling)
  • Replaces older Eclipse+ and Eclipse DSC Models
  • New Ultra-Compact rear chassis design
  • Easy to Operate Icon/Menu System
Bestseller No. 18
Tyt Th-9000d Vhf Mono Band Mobile Transceiver 65 Watt 200 Channel 8 Group Scrambler Car Truck...
  • Frequency Range: VHF; RX: 136-174MHz; TX: 144-148MHz. FCC ID: PODTH-9000DV
  • Heavy Duty Two Way VHF Mobile Transceiver 65 Watt with CTCSS/DCS (PL & DPL).
  • Full Keypad Microphone, 200 Alphanumeric Channels. Cool-Blue Display Backlight. Includes Mounting Bracket & Fused Power Cable.
  • Features 3 Selectable Power Levels, DTMF, Keypad Lock, Scan Modes & More!
  • Requires Optional Suitable VHF Antenna, & Hookup to 12-14Vdc ( 12-14A)
Bestseller No. 19
Kenwood ProTalk NX-P1300AU UHF Two-Way Portable Radio (5 W), 64 Channels & 4 Zones, 1,000 mW Loud...
  • CLEAR AND CONFIDENT - The Kenwood ProTalk NX-P1300AU Ultra High Frequency (UHF) Analog Radio (5W) features 64 channels (with 4 zones) and offers clear...
  • SECURE COMMUNICATION - Confidentiality in radio communications is a Kenwood priority, and helping to maintain a high level of security in analog mode...
  • ADVANCED FUNCTIONS - Features radio-to-radio cloning (requires optional cloning cable), adjustable microphone gain, channel scanning, button lock,...
  • PERFECT FOR ON-SITE USE - Extended coverage with powerful 5-watt transmit power, this walkie-talkie which also has 1,000 mW loud speaker can be used...
  • MILITARY-STANDARD BUILD QUALITY - Built to take rough treatment in stride, this lightweight yet sturdy push-to-talk radio meets and exceeds MIL-Spec...
Bestseller No. 20
AnyTone AT-778UV Transceiver Mobile Radio Dual Band 25W VHF/UHF VOX Vehicle Car Radio w/Cable
  • 1.Upgrade AT-778UV Mobile Transceiver Radio, VOX Function, Two Mode for different operation requirement Distribute buttons reasonably, Convenient for...
  • 2. 180 degree rotatable TFT LCD display, Narrow band compliant, Built-in speakers in radio & microphone, Built-in cooling fan.❤❤CHIRP SUPPORT !!!...
  • 3. Size: 4.9" (W) x 6.4" (D) x 1.5" (H) (124 x 163 x 39 mm); , Output Power 25W/15W/5W, 200 Channels Store, CTCSS/DCS, DTMF, 5Tone signaling for...
  • 4. Single call, Group call, Selective call and Emergency call are all available, Keypad lockout function, Squelch level setting, LCD brightless...
  • 5.Kit Includes: AnyTone AT-778UV Mobile Transceiver, Microphone, Power Cabe with Fuse Holder, Mounting Brackets & Screws, Cable, User’s Manual....

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Q: Which is the best SSB radio to buy?

A: Best SSB Radios Reviews. 1 1. Uniden Bearcat 980 40-Channel SSB CB Radio. Aside from the very desirable price, the Uniden Bearcat 980 is also the only one from the manufacturer … 2 2. Galaxy DX-959B Mobile CB Radio. 3 3. President Electronics MC Kinley USA Transceiver CB Radio.

Q: What is a UHF CB radio?

A: When traveling with your family or going to work, a UHF CB radio is an excellent wireless device to help you communicate with others. These ultra-high frequency units can transmit over a distance of 30 Km. This is extremely convenient if you are not going to ultra remote areas.

Q: What are the best UHF handheld radios?

A: The Retevis RT22 is a UHF handheld radio that I found quite fun to use. Although the charger might downgrade after some time but overall, this item is an amazing two-way UHF radio unit that is well worth the price you pay. 2. Kenwood TM-281A 144MHz FM Transceiver From my experience, this is undeniably among the best UHF portable radios nowadays.

Q: What is the most powerful CB radio?

A: To summit up Uniden BEARCAT 980 is the most powerful CB radio and one of the best SSB CB Radios. The most powerful CB radio is what you need if you’re a long-distance truck driver, a motorcyclist, a hunter, a hiker, or a fisher. Unlike cellphones or other radios, CB radios are reliable and a sure way of keeping in touch with one another.