prominently displayed on the radio packaging.
So, what is the real-life range of two-way radios?
Ridiculously high claims about the effective range are based upon radio transmissions occurring in optimal
conditions . This means that there would be an unobstructed line of
sight between you and another radio operator, probably
from a high vantage point and in excellent weather.
As we all know, real-life conditions are rarely optimal, so the
range of a two-way radio is typically much less than the
maximum possible.
So, what is a realistic range? Regardless of a unit's published optimal
range, in roughly 90% of situations (including
activities in wooded or hilly terrain), a
radio's actual range could be 1 - 2 miles (or less).
Wanting to communicate between two cars driving on the highway? A CB may be your best bet when you are two or more miles apart. But you will likely need a long antenna.
Since CB radio uses High Frequency (HF), they have http://www.nuova-spirito.com/the-advantages-of-using-a-two-way-radio/
