Motorola EVX-261

SKU: AC137N501-MOT-NA

Price:
Add to cart or to view price

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

UHF1 - AC151U512-MOT-NA
UHF2 - AC151U511-MOT-NA
VHF - AC151N511-MOT-NA
 

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 CP100DMotorola CP200D, Motorola EVX-S24, and Motorola XPR 3300e radios.

    Free custom Motorola EVX-261 radio programming with purchase

      Motorola EVX-261 Accessories

       

      Shop Motorola EVX-261 radio accessories

      EVX-261 Resources and Downloads

      Channel Capacity16
      Programmable buttonsYes, 2 buttons
      CloningYes, with cable
      User programmable?No, requires dealer software
      DurabilityIP55 Rated | Mil spec: 810 C, 810 D, 810 E, 810 

      Performance Details

      Frequency rangeUHF1 (403-470 MHz)
      UHF2 (450-512 MHz)
      VHF (136-174 MHz)
      Max Power output5 Watts
      Adjustable power levelsYes
      Coverage areaProgramming Software allows adjustable power output for varying coverage
      Repeater capableYes
      Estimated battery lifeUp to 10.8 hours
      Up to 19 hours with hi-cap AAJ68X501
      Standard batteryAAJ67X501 Li-ion
      Battery size1380 mAh

      Physical Specs

      Dimensions (H x W x D)
      4.3 x 2.3 x 1.3 in.
      Weight w/battery9.9 oz.
      DisplayNo
      KeypadNo
      Emergency buttonNone

      Downloads and Resources

      Related Products

      Motorola-Accessory-AAE23X503 Antenna-Motorola AAE23X503 Antenna, ATU-6D, Whip, UHF, 450-485 MHz-Radio Depot
      Motorola AAE23X503 Antenna
      Motorola AAE23X503 Antenna, ATU-6D, Whip, UHF, 450-485 MHz
      $11.30
      Motorola-Accessory-AAE20X503 Antenna-Motorola AAE20X503 Antenna, ATU-6DS, Stubby, UHF, 450-485 MHz-Radio Depot
      Motorola AAE20X503 Antenna
      Motorola AAE20X503 Antenna, ATU-6DS, Stubby, UHF, 450-485 MHz
      $11.30
      Motorola-Accessory-AAJ67X501 Battery-Motorola AAJ67X501 Battery, FNB-V133LI-UNI, 1380 mAh, Li-ion-Radio Depot
      Motorola AAJ67X501 Battery
      This item has been discontinued by Motorola and is no longer available. Motorola AAJ67X501 Battery, FNB-V133LI-UNI, 1380 mAh, Li-ion  
      $28.50
      Motorola-Accessory-AAJ68X501 Battery-Motorola AAJ68X501 Battery, FNB-V134LI-UNI, 2300 mAh, Li-ion-Radio Depot
      Motorola AAJ68X501 Battery
      Motorola AAJ68X501 Battery, FNB-V134LI-UNI, 2300 mAh, Li-ion  
      $51.19
      Motorola-Accessory-AAH12X501 Belt Clip-Motorola AAH12X501 Belt Clip, Clip-20-Radio Depot
      Motorola AAH12X501 Belt Clip
      Motorola AAH12X501 Belt Clip, Clip-20
      $8.50
      Motorola Accessory XUAAJ72X511 Single Unit Charger, VAC-UNI 120V.-Radio Depot
      Motorola XUAAJ72X511 Charger
      The Motorola XUAAJ72X511 Charger is the VAC-UNI 120V Single Unit Universal Charger. The XUAAJ72X511 features a round style charging cradle and is compatible with all the UNI batteries from Vertex. Look for -uni located at the end of the battery model number to ensure charging compatibility. Motorola XUAAJ72X511 Charger Highlights Univ...
      $29