GME XRS-375C XRS™ Connect Heavy Duty Compact UHF CB Radio
$689.00
The GME XRS-375C is the heavy duty model in the second generation XRS Connect range, built around a compact metal chassis with a secondary speaker in the base unit so you can still hear calls clearly in noisy 4WDs, trucks and machinery. With 12/24V power input and a MIL-STD 810H rating, it is made for serious touring, transport, farm and trade use.
Key features
- 5 watt heavy duty compact design with a metal chassis and secondary speaker in the base unit
- MIL-STD 810H rated for vibration, shock, temperature and humidity
- 12/24V power input suits both 4WDs and heavy vehicles
- Professional grade IP67 speaker microphone with a 3 watt speaker and anti-glare colour TFT LCD screen
- Built-in GPS receiver plus Bluetooth audio and data with the XRS Connect smartphone app
- Noise reduction technology, multiple user customisable buttons and user updateable firmware
- Australian made XRS Connect radio platform with voice playback, active mute, Crewtalk and location services
Specifications
- Model: XRS-375C
- Channels: 80 channel UHF CB
- Transmit power: 5 watts
- Power input: 12/24V DC
- Warranty: 5 years
- In the box: XRS-375C radio, MC670B speaker microphone, MB207 magnetic microphone mounting bracket, LE040 microphone extension lead, AD008 extension adaptor kit, LE125 12V DC power lead, mounting bracket and hardware
Fitting and advice
Complete 4x4 stocks GME gear at our Burwood workshop, where our team can fit it for you or talk through what suits your setup. Call 03 9808 8966 with any questions.
Know before you buy
Before you buy a UHF radio
A UHF CB radio keeps you in touch with your convoy, trucks and other road users where there's no phone signal. No licence application is needed, but there are rules on channels and power.
- In-car or handheld
A fixed in-car radio runs at up to 5 watts through a roof or bar-mounted antenna. A handheld is handy outside the vehicle but has less range.
- The antenna matters
Low gain (around 2.1 dBi) suits hilly country, mid gain (5.1 to 6.6 dBi) suits suburbs and general touring, and high gain (8.1 dBi) suits flat outback (GME).
- Know the emergency channels
Channels 5 and 35 are the emergency channels, and no tones may be used on them. Channels 22 and 23 are for telemetry only.
- Repeaters
Repeaters extend your range: their outputs are channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48, and you transmit on 31 to 38 and 71 to 78.
Common questions
Do I need a licence for a UHF radio?
No application or fee. UHF CB radios are covered by the ACMA's CB class licence, so you just follow its rules.
What are the emergency channels?
Channels 5 and 35. In a real emergency you may use any channel to get help (ACMA).
How powerful can my radio be?
Up to 5 watts of transmitter power (CB Class Licence 2025).
Which antenna should I choose?
Match the gain to where you drive: about 2.1 dBi in hills, 5.1 to 6.6 dBi for suburbs and general country, and 8.1 dBi for flat open country (GME).
How do repeaters work?
A repeater listens on one channel and re-broadcasts on another from a high point, extending your range. Repeater outputs are channels 1 to 8 and 41 to 48; you transmit on the matching input, 31 to 38 or 71 to 78. Running your own repeater needs an apparatus licence (ACMA).