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GME introduces new range of TX6165 handheld UHF radios

New range of handheld GME UHF CB radios ready for the Aussie torture test

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GME has introduced its TX6165 range of five-watt handheld UHF CB radios, with the new line-up now available to purchase in stores and online.

The range starts at $279 for just the radio, battery pack, desktop charger, AC adaptor, belt clip and antenna. Spend $339 and buyers get all of the above plus an IP67 waterproof-speaker microphone, an earpiece-style microphone, and a 12V DC vehicle charger.

GME also offers a Twin Pack for $639, which consists of two radios, two battery packs, two waterproof-speaker microphones, two earpiece-style microphones, two belt clips, two antenna, an AC adapter, a 12V DC vehicle charger, a dual desktop rapid charger, and a rugged carry case. The as-mentioned battery pack is a 2600mAh Li-Ion battery pack.

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ModelTX6165X
Description5/1 watt IP67 UHF CB radio
Package dimensions110mm (W) x 318mm (H) x 95mm (D)
SRP$279
ModelTX6165
Description5/1 watt IP67 UHF CB radio including accessories
Package dimensions110mm (W) x 318mm (H) x 95mm (D)
SRP$339
ModelTX6165TP
Description5/1 watt IP67 UHF CB radio including accessories - Twin pack
Package dimensions335mm (W) x 280mm (H) x 130mm (D)
SRP$639
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The TX6165 handheld radio is loaded with features including a large, high-contrast LCD display; two-watt speaker; and a highly practical user-programmable button.

Other benefits include class-leading five-watt transmission power; an IP67 ingress-protection rating, to ensure durability in the Australian bush; up to 30 hours of battery life; VOX hands-free mode; a built-in LED torch; optional power-saving modes; and a rotary power/volume control knob. Blaze Orange and Yellow colour options are available for both the TX6165X and TX6165TP.

The TX6165 radios all come with GME’s standard three-year warranty – but only one year for the battery and accessories.

Key features
5/1-watt switchable transmission powerIP67 ingress protection
2-watt speakerUser-programmable button
Priority channelDual watch and triple watch
Large, high-contrast LCD displayUp to 30 hours battery life
Built-in LED torchOptional power-saving modes
Rotary power/ volume control knob for easy operation
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Key specs
Number of channels80 CB
Channel spacing12.5 kHz
Supply voltage7.4V DC
Battery typeLi-Ion
Battery capacity2600mAh
Operating time (5W)18h
Operating time (1W)30h
Radio dimensions59mm (W) x 35mm (D) x 102mm (H) excluding antenna
Radio weight286g (with battery and antenna)
Operating temperature-10 to +60 degrees celsius
Ingress protectionIP67
Accessory connectorGME 3.5mm / 2.5mm stereo jack

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