Fleetwood Digital  |  SKU: A9195A(LMR)

RT85 BC Logging Road Overlanding Radio Pre-Programmed

Regular price $129.99 CAD
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Watch out Baofeng, Retevis has a 5R killer! Retevis is known for making a robust radio, that uses quality materials and workmanship. Now you can get a FM dual bander with a modern LCD, stronger audio, and a more durable case when compared to other value priced radios. The RT85 is priced to compete with the entry level, but offers exceptional value, a true 5W of output power, and almost double the memory. Be careful when you pick one up, you won't want to put it down!


Please allow a 7-12 day lead time due to procurement and programming on the 4 pack.


🔄 Important Inventory Notice: Retevis vs. TYT

To keep up with the incredibly high demand for our logging road radios, Fleetwood Digital actively stocks both the Retevis RT85 and its factory twin, the TYT TH-UV88. Depending on our stock levels at the exact time of your order, you may receive the TYT-branded version instead of the Retevis.

Please be assured: they are the exact same radio! The TYT TH-UV88 carries the required IC Certification for Canadian logging roads, is programmed with the identical BC RR & LADD channels, looks and operates identically, and uses all of the exact same batteries and accessories. The only difference is the logo printed on the front.

Commercial Frequency: 

  • VHF: 138.025 - 173.975 (REQUIRES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING)
  • UHF: 406.125 - 429.975 (REQUIRES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING)
  • UHF: 450.025 - 469.975 (REQUIRES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING)

If you are a licensed Amateur Radio Operator looking for the 2M / 70CM "HAM" version on the radio please click here!

ISED Certified - (IC: 23137-RT85) under RSS-119 for use on commercial land mobile frequencies such as the RR and LADD channels (Logging Roads, Back Country, Western Canada highways) make this radio a great choice for overlanding comms. A valid ISED Land Mobile License for Appendix RR & B1 is required prior to deployment. The application can be downloaded here (Requires free Adobe reader)

Packed with a standard dual band rubber duck antenna, a Lithium Ion battery pack, and North America 110V desktop charger, this radio is complete right out of the box. Numerous accessories are available to complete your purchase and be ready for your adventures.

🆕 Prefer a Simpler Radio with USB Charging?

If the RT85 has a few too many buttons for your liking, we have a new alternative! The Pofung P11UV Logging Road Radio is programmed with the exact same BC RR & LADD channels as the RT85, but features a streamlined, simplified keypad to prevent accidental button presses while on the road or trail.

The P11UV also adds highly requested features like direct USB charging (no bulky charging cradle required) and built-in NOAA Weather Channels so you can easily stay updated on backcountry weather conditions.

👉 Click here to view the Pofung P11UV (Opens in a new tab)

Specifications:

General:

  • Channel: 128
  • Operating Voltage: 7.4VDC
  • Operating Temperature (Radio Body): -10 -> +50 C
  • Weight (Radio Body): 106g
  • Dimensions (Ex Antenna): 116 x 53 x 36mm


Receiver:

  • Frequency: 136-174 / 400-480 (REQUIRES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING)
  • Sensitivity: <0.2 uV
  • Occupied Bandwidth: <16KHz
  • Audio Power: >500mW
  • Audio Distortion: <10%
  • Frequency Stability: 5ppm
  • Current Draw: 60mA -> 250mA
  • Audio Response (300-3400Hz): +7~-12.5dB


Transmitter:

  • Frequency: 136-174 / 400-480 (REQUIRES COMPUTER PROGRAMMING)
  • RF Power: 5W (4W UHF)
  • Modulation: FM
  • Spurious Power: <=15dB
  • Modulation Noise: <-40dB
  • Modulation Distortion: <5%
  • Frequency Stability: 5ppm
  • Maximum Frequency Deviation: <+/- 5KHz
  • Current Draw: <1600mAh
  • Audio Response (300-3400Hz): +6.5~-14dB
  • Adjacent Channel Power: <65dB 


Box Contents:

  • RT85 Radio 
  • Dual Band Antenna
  • Lithium Ion Battery
  • Desktop Charger
  • Belt Clip
  • Instructions

This radio is capable of the following frequencies, making it a good choice for logging roads and back country:

RR Road Channels:

Channel Frequency (MHz) Restrictions
RR-01 150.080
RR-02 150.110
RR-03 150.140
RR-04 150.185
RR-05 150.200
RR-06 150.245
RR-07 150.260
RR-08 150.320
RR-09 150.365
RR-10 150.410
RR-11 150.440
RR-12 150.500
RR-13 150.530
RR-14 150.545
RR-15 150.560
RR-16 150.590
RR-17 150.680
RR-18 150.710
RR-19 150.770
RR-20 150.830 Not to be used within 64 km of Alaska State
RR-21 151.010 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-22 151.130 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-23 151.190 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-24 151.220 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-25 151.310 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-26 151.340 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-27 151.370 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
RR-28 151.430 Not to be used within 64 km of Alaska State 
RR-29 151.460 Not to be used within 64 km of the Southern British Columbia
RR-30 151.490 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States Border
RR-31 151.520 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States Border
RR-32 151.580 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States Border
RR-33 151.610
RR-34 151.640 Not to be used within 64 km of Washington State
RR-35 151.670 Not to be used within 20 km of Victoria, British Columbia


RR Loading Channels:

Channel Frequency (MHz) Restrictions
LD-1 151.700
LD-2 151.745 Not to be used within 64 km of the Southern British Columbia border, within 50 km of Ketchikan, Alaska, or within 200 km of Juneau, Alaska.
LD-3 151.790 Not to be used within 20 km of Victoria, British Columbia
LD-4 151.805 Not to be used within 64 km of the Canada-United States border
LD-5 151.850 Not to be used within 85 km of Petersburg, Alaska


Western Canada B1 LADD Channels: 

TX Frequency (MHz) RX Frequency (MHz) Frequency Conditions
153.050 153.050 Licensed mobiles. Alberta, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only. Excluding a 90 km radius of Strathmore, Alberta.
154.100 154.100 Licensed mobiles. British Columbia, Alberta, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only. Excluding Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley west of Hope, Vancouver Island south of Nanaimo, British Columbia, south of 53°30'00" latitude (i.e. south of Edmonton) and 100 km radius of Bonnyville, Alberta (LAD-1).
154.325 154.325 Licensed mobiles. British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only. Excluding Greater Vancouver, Fraser Valley west of Hope and Vancouver Island south of Nanaimo, British Columbia (LAD-3).
158.940 158.940 Licensed mobiles. British Columbia, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only (LAD-2).
162.210 162.210 Licensed mobiles. Alberta, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only. Excluding a 50 km radius of Crossfield, Alberta.
163.050 163.050 Licensed mobiles. Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba only. Excluding north of 53°00'00" latitude and east of 104°00'00" longitude in Saskatchewan.
165.480 165.480 Licensed mobiles. Alberta, Saskatchewan and Manitoba only.
166.620 166.620 Licensed mobiles. Alberta and Saskatchewan only. Excluding south of  50°00'00" latitude, a 50 km radius of Calgary, Alberta, a 50 km radius of Magrath, Alberta, a 110 km radius of Wiseton, Saskatchewan and a 110 km radius of Fillmore, Saskatchewan.
168.120 168.120 Licensed mobiles. Alberta only. Excluding a 50 km radius of Lake Louise, Alberta.
173.370 173.370 Licensed mobiles. British Columbia, Alberta, Saskatchewan, Yukon, Northwest Territories and Nunavut only. Excluding a 50 km radius of Saskatoon, Saskatchewan and a 50 km radius of Margo, Saskatchewan (LAD‑4).


ISED (Industry Canada) Compliance Specifications

Company Number: 23137
Company Name: Shenzhen Retevis Technology Co., Ltd.
Certification Number: 23137-RT85
Approval Date: Mon Aug 10 00:00:00 EDT 2020
Certification Type: Radio
Hardware Version Identification Number (HVIN): RT85
Product Marketing Name (PMN): RT85
Host Marketing Name (HMN): --
Firmware Version Identification Number (FVIN): V1.00
Equipment Description: Analog Transceiver
Type of Radio Equipment: Land-Mobile Transmitter and Receiver (27.41-960 MHz)

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