Do you have a riding group? What frequency band are they using?
UHF CB or Business Band: Which Radio Is Right for You?
CB or Business Band or VHF: Which Radio Is Right For You?
WHICH RADIO IS RIGHT FOR YOU?
The first thing to consider is who you're trying to communicate with. CB and Business Band are not compatible, so choosing the same frequency band as your friends and family is far more important than any of the technical implications that come with using other frequencies.
Q: I'm not sure what my group is using. How can I tell?
A: The easiest way to tell is the channel indicator on the radio. If the display shows numbers, it is likely UHF CB. If it displays words then it is likely to be Business Band.
Don't have a riding group? Or maybe you're just getting started?
We highly recommend UHF CB. More first time users choose UHF CB, due to it's ease of use and easy licensing, and it is quickly becoming the clear choice for recreational radio communication.
Still not sure which radio to use?
Each type of radio service has different strengths and different optimal use cases. Read below to learn more or call our friendly and knowledgable sales team: Aaron Harris 027 4499654
UHF CB RADIOS
UHF CB radios are commonly used for all forms of recreation and personal use through out Australia and New Zealand.
They operate well in heavily wooded areas, or in any environment with obstructions including canyons, mountains, and forests.
TYPICAL USES
UTV Recreation
Jeep and Overland
Mountains and Forests
Hiking & Camping
GMRS Radio Compatibility
Rugged RDM-DB mobile radios will communicate with all UHF CB radios on channels 1 - 80 They are CB repeater compatible, and can communicate with UHF CB radios from other manufacturers including Motorola, Midland, Uniden, GME and many more
BUSINESS BAND RADIOS
UHF and VHF Business Band radios are commonly used by businesses as well as professional race teams.
They operate well in wide open areas, and in environments without obstructions including deserts and dry lakebeds.
TYPICAL USES
UTV Recreation
Radios for Business
Southwest Deserts
School Districts
Business Band Radio Compatibility
Works with all VHF or UHF business band radios operating on the same frequencies. Radio models include, but are not limited to: RDM-DB, M1, RDH-X, R1, V3, RM60, RH5R, RDH16, as well as Icom, Motorola, Kenwood business band radios, and more.
A License is required to operate a Business Band radio.