Stay in touch at camp, on the trail and between vehicles when there is no cell signal. For groups who spread out at camp or on the trail.

The Rugged GMR5-X is the waterproof version of the GMR5: a 5 watt GMRS handheld with an IP67 dustproof and waterproof housing and a 3600mAh USB-C battery, close to twice the GMR5 battery, per Rugged.

It adds Bluetooth for Rugged BT2, RW-H52 and RW-H32 headsets, VOX hands-free talk and noise cancelling, plus weather alerts and FM radio. It talks to any GMRS or FRS radio. A GMRS license is required to transmit.

Why it works

• IP67 waterproof housing for protection against dust, rain, and water immersion
  
• 5-watt transmit power for strong, reliable communication range
• 3600mAh USB-C rechargeable battery for powerful long-lasting performance and convenient charging
• 22 GMRS channels for universal compatibility with all GMRS/FRS walkie-talkies
• 8 GMRS repeater channels for extended communication range
• Bluetooth Connectivity to Rugged Radios BT2, RW-H52, RW-H32
• VOX function allows users to transmit voice without needing to press the Push-to-Talk (PTT) button
  
• Noise Cancellation provides enhanced noise filtering for improved voice communications
• Weather alert function to keep you informed of changing conditions
• Weather channels for continuous access to local weather broadcasts
• Swivel belt clip for secure and convenient carrying
• Built-in FM radio for entertainment and emergency news access
• Listen-only VHF/UHF support (VHF 134-176 MHz, UHF 400-480 MHz) for additional monitoring options
• A/B channel switch for fast toggling between two programmed channels
• 2-pin accessory port compatible with Rugged 2-pin headsets and audio accessories
• Backlit display for easy viewing in any lighting condition
• Removable, upgradeable antenna for improved signal performance and customization

Fit

Talks to any GMRS radio, including Rugged G4, G1, GMR45, GMR25, GMR2, GMR2 PLUS and GMR5, and GMRS radios from Motorola, Midland, Uniden and others. It also talks to FRS radios on channels 1-7 and 15-22.

FCC and CE certified

A GMRS license is required to transmit: Click here.

In the box

• (1) GMR5-X radio
• (1) Belt Clip

• (1) USB-C charging block
• (1) USB-C charging cable

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