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Motorola Talkabout T62
Motorola Solutions
Rechargeable PMR446 pair with VOX and 121 privacy codes that also runs on AAA cells.
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What you get
The T62 ships as a pair with 800 mAh NiMH packs and charges over micro USB. It can also run on AAA cells when the packs are flat. The maker rates it for up to 8 km and up to 18 h per charge.
- Easy Pairing
- Backlit LCD
- Dual power: NiMH or AAA
- Micro USB charging
- Up to 18 h battery (29 h with optional 1300 mAh)
- 2.5 mm headset jack
Pros and cons of the Motorola Talkabout T62
Pros
- Dual power means AAA cells can take over when the NiMH pack runs out.
- Rated for up to 18 h on the included pack or 29 h with the optional pack.
- VOX and a 2.5 mm headset jack allow hands-free talking.
Cons
- The included pack is 800 mAh and the 1300 mAh pack is a separate purchase.
Specs
- Channels
- 16
- Rangemaker's claim, ideal conditions
- 8 km
- Battery type
- NiMH 800 mAh (included); optional NiMH 1300 mAh
- Radios in the box
- 2
- Radio service
- PMR446
- Weight
- 161 g (5.7 oz)
Why it scores 7.9
7.9/10
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Emergency features
- Rechargeable batteries
- Waterproof rating
- 16 channels or more
- Two or more radios in the box
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