- Compact and lightweight: The IC-M85 is the most compact and lightweight (W×H×D: 56 × 92 × 36.2 mm; 2.2 × 3.6 × 1.4 in, weight: 281 g; 9.9 oz with BP-294, FA-SC58V, and MBB-3) commercial-grade marine and land mobile hybrid radio in the world (as of November 2021, researched by Icom).
- Covering 136–174 MHz land mobile frequency: In addition to VHF marine channels, the IC-M85 covers 136–174 MHz land mobile channels, with up to 100 programmable channels. Each channel is programmable with CTCSS and DTCS tone.
- 700 mW powerful audio: Despite its compact body, the IC-M85 delivers 700 mW of loud audio, essential for clear communication in noisy environments.
- Private conversation: Built-in Voice Scrambler provides private communication (32-code, compatible with UT-112 voice scrambler unit).
- Automated emergency alarm: Features MOB Alarm, Man Down, and Lone Worker functions for automatic emergency alerts.
- Instant operation with multi-function button: Channel group changes (marine ⇔ land mobile) or scrambler ON/OFF can be assigned to the multi-function button on the top panel. The Key lock function can also be activated.
- IP67 and MIL-STD rugged construction: Endures 1 m submersion for 30 minutes and passes MIL-STD-810 specifications.
- Additional features:
- AquaQuake™ prevents audio degradation from water-logged speakers
- Internal VOX capability for hands-free operation
- 21-hour battery life with BP-294
- 5 W output power (2 W for USA land mobile channels)
- Weather channel receiving
- Self-check function for internal temperature and battery voltage
- Monitor and priority scan functions
- Dual/Tri-watch for monitoring CH16 and/or call channels
- Favorite channel function for quick access
IC-M85 VHF Marine Transceiver
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- Compact and lightweight
- Covering 136-174 MHz Land Mobile Frequency
- 700 mW Powerful Audio
- Private Conversation
- Automated Emergency Alarm
- Instant Operation with Multi-Function Button
- IP67 and MIL-STD Rugged Construction
- AquaQuake™ prevents audio degradation from a water-logged speaker
- Internal VOX capability for hands-free operation
- 14 hours of long battery life (TX: RX: Standby=5:5:90)
- 5 W output power (land mobile channels for USA: 2 W)
- Weather channel receiving
- The self-check function checks internal temperature and connected battery voltage (over voltage detection)
- Monitor function
- Priority scan function
- Dual/Tri-watch function for monitoring CH16 and/or call channel
- Favorite channel function for quick access to often used channels
ICOM IC-M85 #11 USA VHF Marine Portable Handheld
Supplied accessories:
- BP-290 Battery Pack
- BC-227 Rapid Charger
- BC-123SE AC Adapter
- Handstrap
- MBB-3 Belt Clip
- FA-SC58V Antenna
- Frequency coverage: Marine channels: Tx 156.025–157.425 MHz, Rx 156.050–163.275 MHz; Land mobile channels: 136.000–174.000 MHz
- Usable channel groups: USA, INT, CAN, WX channels; 100 land mobile channels
- Type of emissions: Marine: 16K0G3E; Land: 16K0F3E/11K0F3E
- Channel spacing: Marine: 25 kHz; Land: 25 kHz/12.5 kHz
- Power supply: 7.2 V DC nominal
- Dimensions: 56 × 92 × 36.2 mm (BP-294); 56 × 92 × 29 mm (BP-290)
- Weight: 281 g (BP-294, FA-SC58V, MBB-3); 246 g (BP-290, FA-SC58V, MBB-3)
- Ingress protection: IP67 (dust-tight and waterproof)
- BP-294 battery pack
- BC-227 rapid charger
- BC-123S AC adapter
- FA-SC58V antenna
- MBB-3 belt clip
- Hand strap