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The Motorola T8500R Two-Way Radio provides you with 22 channels of communication backed by two watts of power, so you can transmit and receive a signal from up to 18 miles away. The T8500R allows you to use either the FRS (Family Radio Service) or the GMRS (General Mobile Radio Service), and also receives NOAA weather channels, so you can head out into the backcountry prepared. Ten audible call tones and talk-confirmation tones let your friends know when you’re calling or done talking, and an LCD backlight lets you see in low light. The T8500R runs on a rechargeable NiMH battery that lasts around 11 hours per charge, and comes with a dual drop-in charger and two swivel belt clips.
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AA or AAA compatible?ear bud and car charger capability?
AA or AAA compatible?ear bud and car charger capability?
By: misha13
December 27, 2008
Is there an earbud for the T8500R?
Is there an earbud for the T8500R?
By: jim moore
December 5, 2008
Solid Radio
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dch2933007
February 20, 2009
I have had no problems with these radios yet, but I have not really come any where near the 18 mi range. The weather options has come in handy on variable days. As I log more hrs on these I will update my review.
Do you need to purchase a service contract for these units?
Do you need to purchase a service contract for these units?
By: cas2525563
November 3, 2008
There is no contract unnecessary.
By: Dakka
November 3, 2008
We have T 7400 is this radio compatible with them?
We have T 7400 is this radio compatible with them?
By: bar2520387
October 31, 2008
Does this model work well INSIDE a building? I'm lookng
Does this model work well INSIDE a building? I'm lookng for usage inside a school--may need to work through some thick brick walls, etc.
By: cai2453032
October 1, 2008
With a range of 18 miles, you'll be set to keep track of the worst kids in the whole school no problem.
By: Dakka
October 3, 2008
Would this radio work in the tiny country of New Zealand??
Would this radio work in the tiny country of New Zealand??
By: bushman.long2291689
September 24, 2008
These radios will work anywhere if they're close enough. The fact that they use those frequencies doesn't mean they have to be close to towers or anything, it just means those frequencies are reserved for personal radio use so you don't have to worry about interfering with something important.This is only true in the United States. Other countries may have different licensing requirements.Legally you are also supposed to obtain a license for GMRS--FRS you don't need but only has the range of a mile or 2.
By: hceuterpe
November 25, 2008
Change me.
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2008 Model No Longer Available
We have a lot more Two-Way Radios than that
Two-Way RadiosSolid Radio
I have had no problems with these radios yet, but I have not really come any where near the 18 mi range. The weather options has come in handy on variable more...
- Material:
- Plastic
- Dimensions:
- 7.7 x 2.4 x 1.3in (19.5 x 6 x 3.3cm)
- Antenna:
- External
- Optimal Range:
- 18 Miles
- Frequency:
- FRS, GMRS
- Channels / Privacy Codes:
- 22 / 121
- Battery Type:
- NiMH
- Battery Life:
- [Alkaline] 32hrs; [NiMH] 11hrs
- Other Features:
- NOAA weather radio
- Weight(per radio):
- 3.9oz (111g)
- Recommended Use:
- Backpacking, climbing, skiing
- Manufacturer Warranty:
- 90 Days