Description
The Motorola EVX-261 radio is a 16 channel handheld unit that is ideal for construction, hospitality, and transportation businesses. The EVX-261 transmits using digital UHF or VHF frequencies, and can be programmed to work with other Motorola, Icom, and Kenwood analog or digital radios.
Product Cancellation Notice
Motorola Solutions announced the cancellation of the EVX-261 radio for North America in June of 2020. Orders can be placed through Oct 30th, 2020 or while supplies last, and the last ship date is Dec 15th.
Motorola and Radio Depot recommend the new Motorola CP100D as an alternative.
Motorola EVX-261 radio highlights
- Digital and analog transmissions
- 16 channels
- UHF or VHF frequency bands
- 4 watts (UHF) and 5 watts (VHF) max power output
- 3 year Motorola warranty
EVX-261 Motorola SKUs
The EVX-261 radio has a max power output of 5 watts (UHF and VHF) which exhausts the standard NiMH battery AAJ67X501 in ~11 hours and ~19 hours with the optional high capacity AAJ68X501.
Motorola EVX-261 range
The baseline Motorola EVX-261 radio range using the standard UHF ATU-6D antenna and VHF ATV-8C antenna is:
| Flat open terrain |
UHF 4.5 - 6 miles VHF 5- 7 miles |
| Suburban areas |
UHF 3.5 - 5 miles VHF 2 - 4 miles |
| Urban areas |
UHF 1 - 3 miles VHF 0.5 - 1 miles |
| Inside buildings |
UHF 25 - 30 floors VHF 10 - 15 floors |
These are averages based on the Motorola EVX-261 radio using standard accessories at full power. There are many factors that affect two-way radio range, and it is always best to test before you invest.
Similar and compatible Motorola digital radios
If you aren't sure if the EXV-261 radio is the right fit, check out our other Motorola digital radios. Some great EVX-261 digital alternatives are the: Motorola CP100D, Motorola CP200D, Motorola EVX-S24, and Motorola XPR 3300e radios.
Free custom Motorola EVX-261 radio programming with purchase
Motorola EVX-261 Accessories
- EVX-261 Antenna AAE23X503 (UHF, ATU-6D) | AAE24X503 (VHF, ATV-8C)
- EVX-261 Battery AAJ67X501 (FNB-V133LI-UNI)
- EVX-261 Belt Clip AAH12X501 (Clip-20)
- EVX-261 Charger XUAAJ72X511
EVX-261 Resources and Downloads
| Channel Capacity | 16 |
| Programmable buttons | Yes, 2 buttons |
| Cloning | Yes, with cable |
| User programmable? | No, requires dealer software |
| Durability | IP55 Rated | Mil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810 |
Performance Details
| Frequency range | UHF1 (403-470 MHz) UHF2 (450-512 MHz) VHF (136-174 MHz) |
| Max Power output | 5 Watts |
| Adjustable power levels | Yes |
| Coverage area | Programming Software allows adjustable power output for varying coverage |
| Repeater capable | Yes |
| Estimated battery life | Up to 10.8 hours Up to 19 hours with hi-cap AAJ68X501 |
| Standard battery | AAJ67X501 Li-ion |
| Battery size | 1380 mAh |
Physical Specs
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 4.3 x 2.3 x 1.3 in. |
| Weight w/battery | 9.9 oz. |
| Display | No |
| Keypad | No |
| Emergency button | None |
