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Retevis RA87 GMRS Mobile Radio, High Power Mobile Transceiver Base Station

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Features

  • Long Range GMRS mobile radio; high-power two-way radio; 8 base station channels can be connected to nearby relay stations to extend the distance; a powerful assistant for off roaders, overlanders, farmers, RV owners, and outdoor enthusiast
  • Features an aluminum substrate for superior heat dissipation and stable performance; professional voice companding technology and mic gain suppresses noise for crystal-clear audio; even in noisy environments
  • Smart dual watch; the dual-display and dual-standby function lets you monitor convoy and emergency channels simultaneously; manage 200 memory channels for effortless team communication
  • Offers both VFO manual mode and CHIRP software support; Input frequencies directly via the microphone keypad for quick field adjustments; catering to both beginners and experts
  • Enhanced safety & fleet management; with 260 CTCSS/DCS codes; DTMF; MSK signaling; ANI Code; eliminate interference and enable refined fleet management with group/individual calls to boost coordination and safety
  • Clear display & customizable control; a large LCD with 8 adjustable backlight colors ensures perfect readability; Illuminated programmable microphone keys allow for safe; eyes-on-the-road operation
  • Hands-Free VOX; when climbing rocks or navigating mud; just speak to automatically transmit; VOX enables true hands-free communication; significantly enhancing safety in technical terrain
  • Flexible power & bandwidth control; switch between high/low power for optimal range; adjustable wide/narrow bandwidth lets you prioritize audio clarity or minimize interference; adapting to any communication need
  • Integrated microphone; convenient for setting functions or adjusting settings; no need to bow your head to set the base; makes it easy to use the mobile transceiver

Description

Waterproof & Rugged, Outdoor Survival Gear RETEVIS, derives from REdefine TElecommunications VIsion Signpost. We are a global communication technology demand customization developer. Product planning and R&D capabilities is based on customers’ needs Omni-channel brand marketing and fast-response professional services Supply chain system is efficient and controllable International process-operation capability We are committed to the application scenarios of communication technology , to redefine radio communication. Make communication easier Retevis Kids Walkie Talkie is a series of walkie-talkie specially designed for children and families under the Retevis brand. It combines the features of practical walkie-talkies, children's toys, and family communication tools. Simple, adorable, safe and enjoyable, that's real Retevis kids walkie talkies. Our vision and mission is to build a bridge of communication and happiness for every child and every family. Easy to use RA87 works great with chirp to edit frequencies and various settings. Crystal Clear Sound Reduce the unnecessary sound, improve the sound quality and ensure the clear communication. There is no need to worry about communication problems during outdoor off-road and overland caravanning. 200 channels; The 260 CTCSS / DCS codes offers multiple channels option and makes sure to communicate securely. Two channels are displayed on the screen; Allow you to transmit and receive on two channels without switching the frequency all the time. Fully integrated microphone is convenient to use the RA87 radio to change specifications. All functions are achieved through the microphone, making it easy to use the GMRS radio. HA1G Waterproof Radio HA1G GMRS Radio NOAA HA1G GMRS Handheld Radio RA25 GMRS Mobile Radio EZTalk 4S IP68 Waterproof GMRS Radio Kit HA1UV Dual Band Radio How to output greater power？ Please ensure that the standard voltage reaches 13.8V and the current reaches 10A. Why can't I receive messages from other GMRS walkie-talkies? RA87 has CTCSS/DCS enabled by default. Please make sure that the CTCSS/DCS is consistent before communicating with other walkie-talkies.

Brand: Retevis


Color: Black


Number of Channels: 30


Special Feature: Digital Display, High Power, Long Range, Support Chirp, Voice Operated Transmission


Frequency Range: GMRS


Talking Range Maximum: 10 mile


Voltage: 13.8 volts_of_direct_current


Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant


Product Dimensions: 1.61"D x 5.55"W x 6.81"H


Item Weight: 1200 g


Number of Channels: 30


Additional Features: Digital Display, High Power, Long Range, Support Chirp, Voice Operated Transmission


Frequency Range: GMRS


Talking Range Maximum: 10 mile


Voltage: 13.8 volts_of_direct_current


Water Resistance Level: Water Resistant


Audible Noise: 40 db


Compatible Devices: GMRS Two Way Radio


Temperature Range: -20℃~+60℃ °C


Connectivity Protocol: GMRS


Tuner Type: GMRS


Item Dimensions D x W x H: 1.61"D x 5.55"W x 6.81"H


Item Weight: 1200 g


Brand: Retevis


Model Number: RA87


Built-In Media: 1 x DC Power Cable with Fuse Holder, 1 x DTMF Microphone, 1 x Mobile Mounting Bracket, 1 x RA87 Mobile Radio


Unit Count: 1 Count


Number of Packs: 1


Manufacturer: Retevis


Mfr Part Number: RA87


Color: Black


Item Highlight: 8 Repeater Channels, Chirp, Dual Watch, VOX Handsfree, Long Range Two Way Radio with Cable for Off-Road


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    • Clear as can be from 40 miles away! Best unit, buy this one
Style: Mobile Radio
Pound for pound, I think this is the best radio on the market. Prices fluctuate but the build quality and distance is probably better than anything else I’ve used. I’ll let the radio speak for itself. In Shenandoah National Park, I was in an area with no cell service, this video is the reception I was getting. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on August 23, 2026 by Jonathan & Kristi
    • Another awesome GMRS radio by Retevis, and a happy customer
Style: Mobile Radio
I love this radio. It is built like a tank with excellent build quality. The programming is easy, you have to take the time to read the owners manual. I belong to a gmrs repeater club, and i hit one of their repeaters that is over 60 miles away with excellent tx and rx. The sound quality of the internal speaker is also excellent. I cant believe how good its range is. It has great functionality. The internal speaker reminds me of the mobile police radios, the sound is that good. I was surprised. I received the radio yesterday and hooked it up to a copper gmrs j-pole antenna mounted 40 feet up. I have the retevis ra-25 mounted in my car, another great gmrs radio they make, and i am using the Ra-87 as a base station. I want to buy another one of these and a duplexer to make a repeater. I highly recommend this radio. I suggest you buy at least one, maybe even two. You can also program it with Chirp. I do like the Retevis software to program this radio. Retevis is making great products. Im very happy with this radio which is an absolute bargain at this price point. All the contact I made today said the radio transmits great with no static and loud and clear. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on July 17, 2025 by Amazon Customer
    • Solid GMRS Radio — Easy Setup, Feels Durable
Style: Mobile Radio
Review Image by Aadrien Watkins
Review Image by Aadrien Watkins
Review Image by Aadrien Watkins
Review Image by Aadrien Watkins
Review Image by Aadrien Watkins
I received the Retevis RA87 quickly and got it installed without any real trouble. I still need to find a permanent mounting spot and finalize wiring routes , but for initial testing, everything went smoothly. The menu system is straightforward, and it didn’t take long to figure out or memorize the key functions. I had to bring my laptop out to the vehicle since I don’t have a power supply at home, but that wasn’t a big deal. Programming was simple — I already had my channel setup saved in CHIRP, so I was up and running in no time. I haven’t tested the range just yet, but I can already tell it’ll outdo my two 5-watt handhelds. I’m even considering picking up a second or third unit to eventually build a repeater. Build-wise, the radio feels solid — not cheap or flimsy. My only nitpick is the microphone: it works fine, but I wish it had a little more heft. Not sure if there’s an upgrade option for that. Initial transmissions have been clean and strong. So far, it does exactly what I need, and I’m pleased with the purchase. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on May 2, 2025 by Aadrien Watkins
    • Good TX, RX but a few quirks
Style: Mobile Radio
I have this radio mounted in a vehicle with the midland 6bd antenna with hood mount. I’m able to accomplish what I want to so no complaints there. The radio is hefty, mic is very light weight with a hook instead of a disk but it works. Can’t complain for under 200 bucks. There are a few quirks with the radio. First I thought I would be able to select between the L1, L2, L3, M, H power levels but it is only High and Low. If they could update this somehow it would be a very useful feature. Second I thought there were more than two color options on the screen. I only have orange and green. Third is the button and feature accessibility is pretty cryptic. If you want to perform various functions other than just switching channels and transmitting you need to practice and memorize keystrokes. Fourth and most irritating is that at night the text on the faceplate buttons does not illuminate. There is only the orange line on the button that illuminates. Why they did not allow the TEXT to been seen at night is beyond me. So, you will have to memorize the faceplate buttons. The inability to transmit on channels 8-14 does not bother me, I just lock them out and scan over them. Overall still a nice unit for the price. Update: Found a firmware glitch. While programming a channel name using the keypad, the letter Q is missing. You can still enter it by turning the channel selector but this needs to be fixed. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on October 6, 2024 by Amazon Customer
    • A good buy! I recommend you get one!
Style: Mobile Radio
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Very satisfied with this GMRS radio. Definitely a quality product and already made 20+ mile contacts with it. I would buy another, a great buy! Some people was saying it was difficult to navigate but it doesn’t take long to learn.
Reviewed in the United States on March 21, 2026 by Ryan R.
    • Not for beginners or anyone that doesn't have patience
Style: Mobile Radio
Pros: Not bad pricing for a 40 watt GMRS mobile station. Comes with everything you need minus the power supply to power this bad boy. Does come with a lengthy Anderson connector and bare wire on the other, so you can crimp your own connector to the other end comes with a stand that you can improvise and mount to whatever you can Software is available to make programming channels easier but need to use some greater brain power to use and/or navigate. Simple software but complicated in a sense. Cons(Sorta): Channels 1-22 are coded so if you're trying to talk to your friends right away, you can't unless random luck you're both on the pre programmed coded channels. You are able to do everything through the menu, but will need the manual and legends to know where to go and translate the acronyms. This will take a long time so downloading the software will make it easier. Software is not user friendly or straight forward. Need to use more brain power to troubleshoot and problem solve where to go and what to do. Example - Programming a channel, you have to "unlock/open" the channel to be able to edit This has a left channel and right. If you program one side it will not save to the other. Have to do double work. Copy/paste doesn't work when setting the frequency. Have to input everything manually. So if you're trying to copy from Chirp and paste channels in the Retevis software, it won't work. Manually inputting data limited to 6 character name (not a con) GMRS you're not allowed to use 8-14 but you can listen. In conclusion- One will have to do some work to get this thing operating the way you want. I like the brain being exercised but does suck that you can't do things right out the box. Would say this is for the more advance and having a PC to be able to program makes life easier but not easy. I still like this mobile station but work has to be put in for it Additionally - Retevis customer service, emailing, isn't the the greatest. Chinese tech support, so time difference and language barrier. I asked about is there a easier way to program left and right channels. I get a response of "can't find your order, what is your order number, what do you use the radio for, and other things not related to the question I had. Update 5/23/24 - Their emails got sent to my spam folder. Discovered that one of their workers has been constantly sending me emails about a "misunderstanding" and still continues to ask about my order and/or where I placed my order. Making an excuse of they have many departments. I Already got help from another worker that understood me better and already helped with my question about programming. Here's the email from someone named Lewis Li: "You may not misunderstand my mean when I asked your order number in last email. We're a big company with many sales departments, normally, every sales department service and support own platforming customers. So I firstly want to know your order ID and order platform (Amazon, ebay, or aliexpress, etc.), then inform our professional corresponding after-sale service to support you at once. Today my colleague tell me that you may not satisfied with our service, then leave a negative review on Amazon, could you help us remove or change it, thanks so much!" After being bombarded by emails that have been copied and pasted. I feel like they need to be knocked down 1 more star because of the harassment and constant emails of the same thing, but 3 stars isn't negative to me. 1-2 star is. 3 stars is fair. I based this on the ease of use, which it's not easy at all, customer service, and the product. Lewis Li - Don't try to bully someone into giving a rating that you or the product don't deserve. You messed up so learn from it. Accept what the rating and review is. YOU and your team may be misunderstanding my review. Unless 3 stars is "negative" to you and your team. Someone on your team lied to you about me leaving a negative review. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on April 27, 2024 by TheAsian01
    • Retevis RA 87
Style: Mobile Radio
Good radio, signal reports were good into a repeater some twenty five miles away. No problems with the features of the radio with the exception of RF power output which was not as advertised when measured by a meter into a dummy load.
Reviewed in the United States on July 1, 2024 by RF154
    • Better with Chirp
Style: Mobile Radio
This is a great radio! My first I use as a base station that I planned to use as a mobile once I got it loaded with all my local frequencies. However the Retevis CPS that you use to program the radio is absolute trash and it would have taken far to long to enter everything to make it a viable mobile option for me. I had been using it as a base for several months and a few others on my local repeater had them also and we all agreed that we loved the radio and hated the CPS. I recently updated Chirp to program a different radio and happened to notice that it was now supported. I quickly connected my base and was very pleased with the Chirp support so I ordered a second one to use as a mobile. There are better mobile units out there but for the money this one is great bang for the buck. The menus are strange and don't make much sense but with Chirp it's very easy. ... show more
Reviewed in the United States on June 29, 2024 by SogySeal

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