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The current Midland MTX275 uses wideband on repeater channels. I've tested this via repeater communicating with my son who was on a Rocky Talkie, which does allow you to select wide/narrow band. I regularly communicate on repeater channels using the the MTX275 with others and never had any problems with people hearing me. I purchased my MTX275 in August 2024 and also use Rocky Talkies for outdoor use and a Wouxun kg-1000g as a base station. All said, I did go through the same, "What?!? This thing only does narrow band!" moment you're going through. Realize that this only occurs in simplex mode (non-repeater). Once you program repeater channels (see page 24 of the manual) and select the proper CTCSS or DTS tone (see page 28 of the manual), there's nothing inherent to the radio that will prevent you from making contacts.

Perfect! Thank you, gentleman

I'm setting up a base station and am looking for someway to run vertical and horizontal LMR400 (diameter 0.405" which is roughly ~3/8" or 10mm). I can't find any cable clips this size, nor any hangers, etc... what do you use to attach LMR400 to both exterior vinyl siding and interior drywall? I hate those straight nail clips, though I might have to use them for the interior run...

I am currently running mine through the sun roof that I have completely closed. I tilted it open, ran the antenna, tilted it closed and haven't had any issues. Now, I am running the super thin coax that comes with Midland radio antennas that's included with the radio, so if you're using anything thicker you may get different results. I drive a 2003 Lexus GS300. I am upgrading to an after market Midland mag mount and I'll post my results. I may wind up mounting it on the trunk and across the trunk weather strip, then through one of the trunk wall grommets through which all the other trunk wires run. Kinda depends how much work you want to do. If I'm feeling really OCD I may just drill a hole through my trunk lid and mount a larger antenna.

Greetings! I'm located in Schaumburg, IL and just received my GMRS license! I got into kayaking recently and discovered if you're more than 50 feet away from the wife or kids, no one can hear each other. Arrive, three GRMS radios. So I placed one of my three handhelds on the kitchen table, went outside and my first broadcast was to my wife who she immediately reply transmitted, "You're a dork". Hopefully I'm in good company here...