Rugged GMR5-X - 5W GMRS Handheld Radio - Waterproof with XL Battery - 2 Pack
A matched pair of GMR5-X handhelds, built for the harshest environments. Each delivers 5 watts of GMRS transmit power, a 3600mAh rechargeable battery, and IP67 all-weather durability.
The XL batteries are nearly twice the size of the GMR5's, giving both radios extended runtime in demanding conditions, and IP67 sealing keeps mud, rain, and snow out. Bluetooth pairs each unit with Rugged headsets, VOX enables hands-free transmit, and noise cancellation cleans up voice in loud environments.
"A prudent person foresees danger ahead and takes precautions. The simpleton goes blindly on and suffers the consequences. - Proverbs 27:12"
Sold as a Matched Pair
Two radios ready to talk to each other out of the box
IP67 Waterproof Housing
Sealed against dust, rain, and water immersion
3600mAh XL Batteries
Nearly twice the capacity of the GMR5 for long days off-grid
5-Watt Transmit Power
Strong, reliable communication range
Bluetooth Connectivity
Pairs with Rugged BT2, RW-H52, and RW-H32 headsets
VOX Hands-Free Transmit
Talk without reaching for the push-to-talk
Noise Cancellation
Enhanced filtering for clearer voice in loud environments
Removable Antennas
Upgrade for more range instead of replacing the radio
Package Includes
- GMR5-X Radio2
- Belt Clip2
- USB-C Charging Block2
- USB-C Charging Cable2
The numbers, flat and honest.
| Included Radios | 2 |
|---|---|
| Transmit Power | 5 watts each |
| Battery | 3600mAh USB-C rechargeable — nearly double the GMR5 |
| Ingress Protection | IP67 waterproof and dustproof |
| GMRS Channels | 22 |
| Repeater Channels | 8 |
| Bluetooth | Pairs with Rugged BT2, RW-H52, RW-H32 |
| VOX | Hands-free transmit without pressing PTT |
| Audio | Noise cancellation for clearer voice |
| 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, 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; also Motorola, Midland, Uniden and other GMRS brands; FRS channels 1-7 and 15-22 |
| Certification | FCC and CE certified |
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OFF-ROAD COMMUNICATION SYSTEMS
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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What’s your return policy?
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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