Rugged GMR5 - 5W GMRS Handheld Radio
The GMR5 is the next evolution of Rugged's most popular handheld platform, engineered for maximum power. A full 5 watts of transmit power gives you a stronger signal and greater range when you're off-road, overlanding, camping, or working beyond cell coverage.
It runs on a 2000mAh USB-C rechargeable battery, carries weather alerts so you know when conditions turn, and pairs with Rugged 2-pin accessories. The removable antenna means you can upgrade for more reach instead of replacing the radio.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
5-Watt Transmit Power
Stronger signal and greater range than 2-watt handhelds
2000mAh USB-C Battery
Charges off the same cable as the rest of your kit
22 GMRS + 8 Repeater Channels
Full compatibility with GMRS and FRS radios, plus repeater reach
Weather Alerts
Stay informed as conditions change in the backcountry
Removable Antenna
Upgrade for more range instead of replacing the radio
Built-In Flashlight and FM Radio
Light when you need it, news and entertainment when you don't
Rugged 2-Pin Accessory Port
Works with Rugged headsets and audio accessories
A/B Channel Switch
Toggle between two programmed channels fast
Package Includes
- GMR5 Radio1
- Belt Clip1
- USB-C Charging Block1
- USB-C Charging Cable1
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Transmit Power | 5 watts |
|---|---|
| Battery | 2000mAh USB-C rechargeable |
| GMRS Channels | 22 |
| Repeater Channels | 8 |
| Weather | Weather alert function + weather channels |
| Receive-Only Bands | VHF 134-176 MHz, UHF 400-480 MHz |
| Antenna | Removable and upgradeable |
| Accessory Port | 2-pin, compatible with Rugged 2-pin headsets |
| Display | Backlit |
| Extras | Built-in FM radio, integrated flashlight, A/B channel switch, swivel belt clip |
| Colors | Grey, Safety Orange |
| Compatibility | All GMRS radios including Rugged G4, G1, GMR45, GMR25, GMR2, GMR2 PLUS and GMR5-X; also Motorola, Midland, Uniden and other GMRS brands; FRS channels 1-7 and 15-22 |
| Certification | FCC and CE certified |
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Communications for any environment. Engineered in California for 30+ years.
Rugged Radios was founded by Greg Cottrell more than three decades ago, and the lineup is still designed, engineered, and supported out of Arroyo Grande, California. They build radios, intercoms, headsets, and accessories for off-road racing, overlanding, aviation, agriculture, and industrial work — with cross-brand cable compatibility for Motorola, Kenwood, Icom, and their own systems. Their tagline says it plainly: Go Further®.
- Founded by Greg Cottrell — 30+ years in business
- Headquartered in Arroyo Grande, California
- Radios, intercoms, headsets, and accessories
- Cross-brand compatibility (Motorola, Kenwood, Icom)
- Tagline: Go Further®
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30 days from the day your order arrives. Gear has to come back unused, with all original tags, stickers, and packaging intact. For standard items we’ll send a prepaid return label and deduct return shipping from your refund. Oversized or freight returns are on you, unless the item showed up damaged, defective, or wrong — in which case we cover it.
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My package arrived damaged — what now?
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