Item Details:
Icom IC-M85IS Intrinsically Safe Waterproof Two-Way Radio
The ICOM IC-M85 is a compact, lightweight, and rugged handheld VHF radio designed for both marine and land mobile use. Renowned as one of the smallest and toughest radios on the market, it is built to withstand harsh environments, meeting MIL-STD-810 military standards and boasting an IP67 waterproof rating, which ensures protection even if submerged in water up to 1 meter for 30 minutes. This makes it an ideal choice for yacht owners, commercial operators, and anyone needing reliable communication at sea or on land.
The IC-M85 stands out with its hybrid functionality, offering full access to VHF marine channels (including USA, Canadian, International, and weather channels) as well as 100 programmable land mobile channels (136–174 MHz). It delivers 5 watts of power on marine channels and 2 watts on land channels, ensuring clear and effective communication. The radio features a built-in voice scrambler for secure, private conversations, along with emergency functions like Man Overboard (MOB), Man Down, and Lone Worker alarms, which automatically activate in critical situations.
The IC-M85 provides powerful 700 mW audio output, ensuring clarity even in noisy environments. Additional features include the AquaQuake™ function to clear water from the speaker, a large backlit LCD display, and easy-to-use buttons that can be operated with gloves.
Available as:
| M85 21 USA |
Marine VHF 5W handheld, standard version (IC-M85) |
| M85UL 31 USA |
Marine VHF 5W handheld, intrinsically safe (IC-M85IS) |
Features:
- Covers 136-174 MHz land mobile frequency
- Up to 100 programmable land mobile channels
- 700mW loud audio
- Three emergency functions: MOB alarm, Man Down, and Lone Worker
- Multi-function buttons
- Buil-in voice scrambler (32-code)
- AquaQuake™
- Internal VOX capability
- Weather channel receiving
- Priority scan
- Dual/Tri-watch function for monitoring CH16 and/or call channels
- Compact (WxHxD: 56 x 92 x 29 mm; 2.2 x 3.6 x 1.1 in)
- Lightweight (246 g; 8.7 oz)
Basic Associated Accessories:
Below are some of the accessories that can be used with the Icom M85UL 31 USA model.
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| BP-292UL | 7.2V @ 2010mAh Li-Ion Battery Pack (BP-292IS) |
| HM-184UL | Waterproof Speaker Microphone with IP67 Protection |
| BC-226 | Desktop Rapid Battery Charger |
| BC-227 | 100-240V AC Desktop Rapid Battery Charger, US Plug |
| BC214-1 | Six Unit Gang Charger with US Plug |
| BC214-1E | Six Unit Gang Charger with EU Plug |
| MB-136 | Swivel Belt Clip |
| MB-96N | Swivel Leather Belt Hanger |
| MBB-3 | Plastic Alligator Belt Clip |
| LCF1052S | Leather Carrying Case |
| NCF1052C | Nylon Carrying Case with a Clip |
| OPC-515L | DC Power Cable with Inline Fuses |
| OPC-656 | DC Power Cable |
| OPC-1862 | Programming Cloning Cable with USB Connector |
| FA-SC58V | Standard Whip VHF Marine Antenna, 156-163 MHz |
| CSM85 | Programming Software |
| RS-BC225 | Battery Management Software |
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