Icom F3001 51 RC USA F3001 Analog Portable VHF Radio 136-174 MHz 5W 16 Ch 2250 mAh Battery

The Icom F3001 is a professional-grade analog VHF portable radio engineered for demanding commercial and public-safety environments. Operating across the 136–174 MHz frequency range with selectable output power up to 5 watts and 16 programmable channels, it delivers the RF performance needed for reliable coverage in facilities, campuses, and urban deployments. A high-output 1500 mW custom speaker cuts through ambient noise, while an IP54 ingress rating and MIL-STD-810 compliance across 11 test categories provide confidence in harsh weather, dusty worksites, and rough handling. The BP-298 2250 mAh lithium-ion battery supports approximately 22 hours of operation per charge, making the F3001 a practical choice for extended shifts in security, healthcare, retail, logistics, and industrial applications.

Key features & benefits

• Flexible RF Output — Selectable transmit power of 5W, 2W, or 1W allows operators to balance coverage requirements against battery conservation depending on the deployment environment.
• Wide VHF Coverage — A 136–174 MHz frequency range spans the full commercial VHF band, supporting coordination with existing VHF infrastructure and licensing across a broad spectrum of operational scenarios.
• Dual Channel Spacing — Selectable 12.5 kHz and 25 kHz channel spacing ensures compatibility with both narrowband-compliant and legacy wideband channel plans.
• 1500 mW Audio Output — An Icom custom speaker driven at 1500 mW delivers strong, clear audio in high-noise environments such as warehouses, manufacturing floors, and outdoor events, reducing the need for repetition.
• IP54 and MIL-STD-810 Protection — Rated IP54 for dust and water resistance and tested to 11 categories of MIL-STD-810, the F3001 is built to withstand the physical and environmental abuse of daily professional use.
• Extended 22-Hour Battery Life — The included BP-298 2250 mAh lithium-ion battery provides approximately 22 hours of operation under a 5:5:90 transmit/receive/standby duty cycle with power save enabled, supporting full-shift reliability.
• 16 Programmable Channels — Sixteen channels can be configured via CS-F4003 programming software to match the specific frequency plan, signaling, and operational requirements of the team or facility.
• Built-in VOX — Integrated VOX with adjustable gain and delay time enables hands-free communication, freeing operators to maintain situational awareness and perform tasks without interruption.
• 2-Tone and 5-Tone Selective Calling — Advanced signaling systems support selective calling, silent standby activation, and stun and revive functions, providing granular control over who communicates and when.
• Priority Scan — The priority scan function monitors one or two designated priority channels while continuing to scan remaining channels, ensuring critical traffic is never missed during routine monitoring.