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Icom IC-A120 118–136.992 MHz Airband Mobile Two-Way Radio

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A120 24 USA

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  • 118-136.992 MHz
  • 10 W
  • 200 channels
  • Analog
  • IP54

$1,258.99

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Overview

What it is and who it is for

The Icom IC-A120 is a VHF airband transceiver for airport vehicles, ground stations and open-air vehicles. It covers 118.000 to 136.992 MHz with 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel spacing, holds 200 memory channels with 12-character names and transmits 10 W carrier maximum (36 W PEP).

A full dot-matrix LCD, built-in active noise cancelling and an automatic noise limiter help in loud aircraft environments. The radio works on 12 V or 24 V DC systems, is rated IP54 and supports dualwatch, priority scan, ON-hook scan, PC programming and CI-V external control.

  • Best for: airport ground vehicles, FBOs, flight schools and ground stations that need a fixed airband radio.
  • System fit: VHF airband 118.000 to 136.992 MHz; AM; 25 kHz and 8.33 kHz spacing; 13.75 V or 27.5 V DC.
  • Important to know: the radio runs on 12 V or 24 V DC systems; Bluetooth headset use requires the optional UT-133A unit.

Why teams choose it

Built for daily professional use

  • Clear in loud places

    built-in active noise cancelling and automatic noise limiter.

  • Ready for 8.33 kHz

    25 kHz and 8.33 kHz channel spacing.

  • Organized channels

    200 memories with 12-character names.

  • Fits the vehicle

    works on 12 V and 24 V DC and is rated IP54.

Compatible accessories

Works with this radio

Listed as compatible by the manufacturer or the accessory specifications. Not sure? Ask us before ordering.

Specifications

Technical specifications

RF
Frequency Range (TX/RX) 118.000–136.992 MHz
Channel Spacing 25 kHz / 8.33 kHz
Frequency Stability ±5 ppm
Antenna Connector SO-239, 50 Ω
Type of Emission 6K00A3E, 5K60A3E
Spurious Emissions Less than –60 dBc
Performance
Transmitter Output Power (Carrier) 9.0 W typical, 10.0 W maximum
RF Output Power (P.E.P.) 36 W
Modulation 70% to 100%
Receiver Sensitivity Less than 1 μV at 6 dB S/N
Receiver Intermediate Frequencies 38.85 MHz / 450 kHz
Microphone Impedance 600 Ω
General
Memory Channels 200
Channel Name Length 12 characters
Operating Temperature –30°C to +60°C (–22°F to +140°F)
Power
Power Supply Requirements 13.75 V / 27.5 V DC
Current Drain TX 5.0 A maximum at 13.75 V
Current Drain RX Standby 0.5 A
Current Drain RX Max Audio 4.0 A
Audio
Audio Output — Internal Speaker 1.5 W typical, 8 Ω load
Audio Output — External Speaker More than 10 W, 8 Ω load
Headphone Output More than 100 mW, 500 Ω load
Environmental
Ingress Protection IP54 dust-protection and water resistance
Physical
Dimensions 161 × 45 × 175 mm (6.34 × 1.77 × 6.89 in)
Weight Approximately 1.5 kg (3.3 lb), main unit