Radios - VHF

About Radios - VHF

VHF Marine Radios

Handheld marine radio options that are submersible, float, and track with GPS to fixed mount VHF radio stations with remote capability. Defender has got your marine radio needs covered. Looking for long-range VHF, AIS, a new antenna, or maybe just a charging cord for your marine handheld? Look no further!

What range can I expect with my new VHF radio?

Fixed-mount marine radios will traditionally provide a better range than a handheld VHF. At Defender Marine VHF radio antennas are available in several sizes and installation of a new antenna can extend the range considerably. High-power marine radio signals generally transmit up to 15 miles or better depending on atmospheric conditions. When it comes to handheld VHF radios, Defender Marine offers radios that receive from 3 to 8 miles

What is AIS and does my marine radio need that?

AIS, or Automatic Identification System, is similar to a Global Positioning System but actually identifies a specific marine VHF radio through registration. AIS is an added safety feature and some would say any safety feature is a good safety feature. Depending on how you use your boat and how far offshore you go, adding a VHF radio with AIS capabilities might be a great idea!

How do I choose from all of these VHF radio options?

Defender offers many options when it comes to VHF radios. Marine radios are a necessity for nearly every watercraft so options should be unlimited! Carefully consider your application - where you do most of your boating will determine your needed marine radio range. Is there room on your dash for a fixed mount radio; is there space above for an antenna? Defender Marine experts are just a phone call away when you need extra assistance deciding which radio is best for you.

Radios - VHF

Icom Standard Belt Clip - MB98

Icom IC-M85 Standard Belt Clip - MBB3

Icom IC-M510 Flush Mount Kit - MBF9

Icom IC-M85 Nylon Carrying Case - NCF1052C

Icom IC-M36 Nylon Carrying Case - NCF30G LOOP

Icom IC-M605 Program Conversion Cable - OPC2382

Icom OPC-478UD USB Programming Cable

Icom CommandMic Extension Cable - 20' - OPC999

Icom IC-M605 AIS Receiver Unit - UX251

Icom Multi-Use Radio Service Transceiver - V10MR

Icom IC-V3500 144 MHZ FM Marine Transceiver - V3500 65 USA

Icom IC-V86 Handheld VHF Transceiver - V86 12

Icom IC-M36 Cloning Cable Adapter - OPC1655

Icom IC-M24 Cloning Cable Adapter - OPC2091

Icom IC-M504/604 Cloning Cable Adapter - OPC980

Icom Rapid Charger AC Adapter

Icom Standard Speaker Microphone

Icom Speaker Microphone

About Radios - VHF

VHF Marine Radios

What range can I expect with my new VHF radio?

What is AIS and does my marine radio need that?

How do I choose from all of these VHF radio options?

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