Updated February 2018 to include changes from FCC Part 95 reform.
All of our FRS and GMRS consumer radios operate on either the GMRS or FRS channels, and most support both. We are sometimes asked for the exact frequencies of these channels. Below is a table showing the channel number, type of channel, and the frequency.
FRS and GMRS Frequencies
Channel | Type | Frequency | FRS Power / Bandwidth | GMRS Power / Bandwidth |
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1 | FRS/GMRS | 462.5625 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
2 | FRS/GMRS | 462.5875 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
3 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6125 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
4 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6375 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
5 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6625 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
6 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6875 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
7 | FRS/GMRS | 462.7125 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 5W / 25kHz* |
8 | FRS/GMRS | 467.5625 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
9 | FRS/GMRS | 467.5875 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
10 | FRS/GMRS | 467.6125 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
11 | FRS/GMRS | 467.6375 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
12 | FRS/GMRS | 467.6625 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
13 | FRS/GMRS | 467.6875 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
14 | FRS/GMRS | 467.7125 | 0.5W / 12.5kHz | 0.5W / 12.5kHz |
15 | FRS/GMRS | 462.5500 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
16 | FRS/GMRS | 462.5750 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
17 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6000 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
18 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6250 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
19 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6500 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
20 | FRS/GMRS | 462.6750 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
21 | FRS/GMRS | 462.7000 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
22 | FRS/GMRS | 462.7250 | 2W / 12.5kHz | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT15 | GMRS | 467.5500 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT16 | GMRS | 467.5750 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT17 | GMRS | 467.6000 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT18 | GMRS | 467.6250 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT19 | GMRS | 467.6500 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT20 | GMRS | 467.6750 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
PRT21 | GMRS | 467.7000 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
RPT22 | GMRS | 467.7250 | - | 50W / 25kHz* |
*Note: 20kHz Authorized Bandwidth.
FRS and GMRS Frequencies prior to 2017 Part 95 Reform
Channel | Type | Frequency |
1 | FRS / GMRS | 462.5625 |
2 | FRS / GMRS | 462.5875 |
3 | FRS / GMRS | 462.6125 |
4 | FRS / GMRS | 462.6375 |
5 | FRS / GMRS | 462.6625 |
6 | FRS / GMRS | 462.6875 |
7 | FRS / GMRS | 462.7125 |
8 | FRS | 467.5625 |
9 | FRS | 467.5875 |
10 | FRS | 467.6125 |
11 | FRS | 467.6375 |
12 | FRS | 467.6625 |
13 | FRS | 467.6875 |
14 | FRS | 467.7125 |
15 | GMRS | 462.5500 |
16 | GMRS | 462.5750 |
17 | GMRS | 462.6000 |
18 | GMRS | 462.6250 |
19 | GMRS | 462.6500 |
20 | GMRS | 462.6750 |
21 | GMRS | 462.7000 |
22 | GMRS | 462.7250 |
*Channels 8-14 limited to 0.5 watts.
Midland MXT115 MicroMobile GMRS radio with 15 channels and extreme long range. |
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"I am trying to find the frequency for FRS channel 2 with the subcode 20 activated."
The frequency is the same regardless of the subcode used. It will be 462.5875Mhz.
Code the subcode into your other receivers if you wish them to remain silent until they here the subcode. Without the coding, they will still here your transmission, but will also here any others occuring on the same frequency.
Craig
KB8FGC
(licensed Ham operator since 1988 or thereabouts :-)""
This is not true at all. Yes the frequency remains the same but when you change the CTCSS frequency ONLY people on the same CTCSS frequency can transmit and receive communications with you. People on a different CTCSS frequency WILL NOT hear communications from other CTCSS frequencies. You can acquire the CTCSS Hz frequencies from the company who makes the radio. A cobra FRS/GMRS radio on CTCSS channel 20 transmits a 131.8 Hz code so only radios tuned to pick up that 131.8 Hz frequency would be able to receive the communication. Usually on most radios CTCSS channel 0 or 00 means you are not transmitting a CTCSS Hz frequency and people without CTCSS frequencies would be able to pick up the communications as long as they are on the same main channel as you.
You need to turn the sub-channels off on the Blackbox, and you will also need to have the programming software. GIve us a call and we will be able help you with this.
Blackbox two-way UHF radio: Attempting to set frequency to communicate with common Motorola GMRS/FRS radios. Once frequency is set, it only communicates on sub-channel 39. Is there a setting to allow communication of default sub-channel 0?
If the antenna is removable without taking apart the radio, then yes, you can use another one with it.
I have an older Uniden GMRS480 wth a removable antenna (SMA female connector.) Is it legal to add a longer antenna to the radio since it is part of the design fom the factory?
Steve
Are family FRS/GMRS radio's UHF or VHF?
They are UHF.
Can I get the unit to operate at the higher power?
Unlikely. I'm not familiar with this particular radio, but most have antennas that limit their capabilities, and antenna modification is illegal.
There is no way to use a CB to work with a FRS radio. The two work on completely different bands (CB is roughly 27Mhz, and FRS is roughly 462Mhz).
i got a brain stumbler for some one. i got a personal FM transceiver. its a radio shack brand. its on FRS frequencies. and im trying to make it work so i can talk from it to my cb/fm transceiver i have in my truck. i have a frequency counter on the one in my truck but when i turn it from AM to FM and turn on the 10 MHz thing and put it on channel 1 and the other transceiver on one it doesn't work...... i tryed turning the nob that says a b c d e f but i don't know what im doing lol.... please any one help.... thank you.
I recently bought a Midland FRS/GMRS system, and understand that the power is limited on the GMRS channels. If I apply for a GMRS license,can I get the unit to operate at the higher power? Any help appreciated. Marc
Are family FRS/GMRS radio's UHF or VHF?
"I am trying to find the frequency for FRS channel 2 with the subcode 20 activated."
The frequency is the same regardless of the subcode used. It will be 462.5875Mhz.
Code the subcode into your other receivers if you wish them to remain silent until they here the subcode. Without the coding, they will still here your transmission, but will also here any others occuring on the same frequency.
Craig
KB8FGC
(licensed Ham operator since 1988 or thereabouts :-)
is a Ham Radio License ok for GMRS Radios
I have a quick question... I am trying to find the frequency for FRS channel 2 with the subcode 20 activated... is that possible? Also, if said frequency is able to be found, can it be programmed into any two-way radio? Thanks.
The radios will still work on GMRS channels without a licence, but it is not legal.
Can you still transmit on GMRS channels without a license?
Rob,
The biggest difference between these models is the power output. The GXT600 is a 5 watt radio, the LXT420 is a 4 watt.
The GXT600 radios use AA batteries, and the LXT420's use smaller AAA's, so expect better battery life out of the GXT's.
Both radios are the same size, but the GXT600 is slightly heavier (due to heavier batteries).
As far as the knob, on the GXT600 is is used to turn the radio on/off and set the volume. You control these functions on the LXT420 through the buttons on the front of the unit.
Hope this helped!
Danny
Awesome Blog! I need a little help ... I'm looking to buy a Midland Two-Way Radio ... I'm between the 16 Mile range LXT420 and the 18 Mile Range GXT600. I have a few questions I was hoping you could help me with ...
1. What is the difference between LXT and GXT?
2. Are both of these about the same dimmension/weight?
3. Why does the GXT600 have a knob on the top (next to the antenna) and the LXT420 does not?
Thanks for your help,
Rob