Which is better CB or GMRS?

While VHF radio waves – including CB – typically travel farther in rural settings, GMRS's power advantage overcomes UHF's slight range disadvantages to give longer range in most scenarios. GMRS may work better in wooded areas, since UHF radio waves can easily travel through small spaces.
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Do truckers use CB or GMRS?

Even with modern technology, most truckers still have a CB radio in their truck. Although most truckers still own and maintain a CB radio in their cab, they certainly don't use them like they once did. Speed limits, speed governed trucks and new technologies answer many tasks the radios were once used for.
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Can I use a CB antenna for GMRS?

First take-away here is your current CB antenna is itself of little value for GMRS. The two services use vastly different ranges of frequencies and have different criteria for antennas. There are no ways to practically adapt or modify a CB antenna itself to electrically work so plan on buying or building a new one.
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Is there a GMRS CB radio?

Better Range and Voice Clarity top reasons for the change. Midland Radio Corporation is the official 2020 communications sponsor of Jeep® Jamboree USA. With the sponsorship comes a transition with CB being replaced by FRS/GMRS two-way radios.
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What radio is better than CB?

Even in different terrain, you will want to use either VHF or UHF for communications. Over deserts or flat land or water, UHF will work better and go further. Over mountains, and hills, VHF will work better. A properly tuned CB, running legal limit power, in the mountains will get you a range of roughly 1/4 mile.
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Off-Road Communication: GMRS vs. CB Radio



Do people use GMRS?

It requires a license in the United States, but some GMRS compatible equipment can be used license-free in Canada. The US GMRS license is issued for a period of 10 years by the FCC. The United States permits use by adult individuals who possess a valid GMRS license, as well as their immediate family members.
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What is the most powerful GMRS radio?

The MXT400 MicroMobile is the Most Powerful GMRS Radio and Perfect Long Range Solution. This radio boasts 40 watts of broadcasting power with a 65 mile line-of-sight range.
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Do truckers still use CB radios 2021?

For the most part, CB radios remain in use because they are the norm for truckers who have been working in the industry for the last 10 or 20+ years. While some truckers have resorted to using trucking apps on smartphones to communicate, more advanced radio systems offer a more ideal route.
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What do truckers use instead of CB?

Several truck drivers now find themselves using trucking apps on their smartphones to communicate, like Next Trucking, for example. Some use a more evolved radio system, such as a satellite radio service like Sirius or XM, to replace their CB radio.
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Does anyone still use CB?

Nearly 75% of professional drivers use a CB daily! According to the survey, 5.9 million CBs are currently in use. Thus, proving CB Radios to be a very popular tool of today.
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Which is better GMRS or ham radio?

GMRS is only for two-way communication between immediate family members. ham radio service is for general purpose and can be used to communicate with public safety services in case of any emergencies.
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Does GMRS require a ground plane?

Response from Midland:

All Midland GMRS antennas require a ground plane for best performance.
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Which is stronger FRS or GMRS?

The difference is that GMRS radios have designated channels within those frequencies that aren't available to FRS radios. GMRS radios also require a license from the FCC to operate. That's in part because they are more powerful. FRS walkie talkies can't be modified to amplify their signal to reach further distances.
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What radio do police use?

Police radios operate in a 700/800 MHz UHF band. This gives them a considerable amount of range which is pretty good in urban areas. The P25 radio systems give an improved range for officers. Getting a larger antenna on your walkie talkie can improve the amount of range you receive.
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Can CB radios be tracked?

The answer is yes when calculated using triangulation methods. In addition to a highly visible antenna, a receiver and a map you will need these instruments.
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What GMRS channel is for emergency?

In recognition of this trend of explosive growth the Federal Communications Commission formally recognized our frequency [462.675 MHz] as the national emergency and traveler's assistance channel in the Part 95A Rules and Regulations.
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What does Rubber Duck mean in CB talk?

"Rubber duck" – the first vehicle in a convoy. "Rubbernecker" – Vehicles that further slow down or impede already congested traffic by rotating their heads 180 degrees to view the accident or traffic incident and not paying attention to the road ahead.
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Who uses GMRS radios?

GMRS, or the General Mobile Radio Service, is a mobile UHF two-way communication service in the United States for private use by a licensed user and their extended family. This service can also be used by the unlicensed public but only during emergencies and natural disasters.
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What is the best CB radio for long range?

Best Long Range CB - The Cobra 148 GTL

The person you're trying to talk with will need to have an SSB radio as well to understand you. Our favorite SSB equipped radio is the Cobra 148 GTL. If you read the description of the Cobra 29 series above, much of why we like the 148 GTL will sound familiar.
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Are CB radios coming back?

Many thought citizens band radios would disappear after the 1970s, along with pet rocks and disco. But not only are they still around, they are making a comeback. CB radio sales have increased steadily during the last three years, a trend not seen since the 1970s.
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How far do CB radios reach?

CB radios have a range of about 3 miles (4.8 km) to 20 miles (32 km) depending on terrain, for line of sight communication; however, various radio propagation conditions may intermittently allow communication over much greater distances.
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Is CB channel 9 still monitored?

"We do not routinely monitor Channel 9," he added.
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How far will a GMRS radio reach?

Typically though, most GMRS radios use between 1 and 5 watts of power. Their range is a bit better than FRS radios, with typical hand-held devices being somewhere in the 1-2 mile window. Some mobile units with higher antennas can have a range up to 5 miles.
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How far will a 40 watt GMRS radio transmit?

2-WAY RADIO - The 40 Watt MicroMobile walkie talkie is equipped with 15 High/Low Power GMRS channels and 8 Repeater Channels for increased communication range. 65-MILE RANGE - Longer range communication in open areas with little or no obstruction.
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How do I increase my GMRS range?

Other Ways To Increase GMRS Radio Range

For longer range, use the high power GMRS channels, 15-22, where 50 watts of power is allowed, if you have a full power mobile. Your set should have a high/low power mode, and you can switch this to high for more power output.
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