Yes datz510, the scanning feature is way cool. These are exceptional radios and I'm surprised they are being discontinued by Radio Shack. I have found that the range of the RS 21-1850 rivals that of GMRS 2 watt units* with fresh batteries. One advantage of this Mobile/Marine unit is that it is always transmitting with a maximum power source

Xtonka, I have one with your name on it. After all, what good is the extra range of my radio when the folks I'm trying to communicate with have weaker radios? wink

*It has come to my attention that the GMRS radio used for comparison, (Motorola T5720), is a 1 watt unit. Please forgive me, this is probably the only mistake I've made all year.
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