Handy Talky Icom IC-M72 VHF Marine Transceiver

A compact design, hourglass body-shape and comfortable side grips give the IC-M72 an outstanding  “ form factor ”  – it ’ s easy to use with just one hand!
Highest available power! 6 Watts

The IC-M72Â ’ s 6 Watts* 1 of transmit power can carry a conversation a long way. A large capacity 2000mAh Lithium-Ion battery allows for 15Â – 16 hours of operation, under normal conditions* 2.
* 1 5W for Australia version,
* 2 5% Transmit, 5% Receive, 90% Stand-by
Impressive Force5Audio

The M72 ’ s impressive audio output ( 600mW typ.* ) is loud enough to hear in most any marine environment  – even over loud engine noise.
* 10% distortion, 8© load
Submersible PLUS ( IPX8)

The IC-M72 offers Icom ’ s best-ever protection against water intrusion. This radio has been tested to survive after being submersed in 1.5m ( 4.9ft) depth of water for 30 minutes.
Wide Viewing Angle LCD

A wide viewing angle, high intensity LCD is used in the IC-M72, offering bright, easy to read characters. The bright LCD backlighting and backlit keypad is great for night time operation.
30% Shorter Antenna

The IC-M72Â ’ s antenna is engineered to perform with typical Icom efficiency even though it is nearly 30% * shorter than previous Icom marine antenna.
* IC-M72Â ’ s antenna length is 115mm; 417/ 32 in.
Additional Features

* Auto scan function to start scanning when receiving no signal
* Auto power save function
* Battery indicator shows remaining battery power in 4 levels
* Instant access to Ch. 16 and Ch. 9 ( or call channel)
* Auto WX scan and WX Alert function
* Simple add/ delete TAG scanning operation
* Built-in UT-112 compatible voice scrambler ( Depending on version)
* AquaQuake draining function emits a vibrating sound and clears water away from the speaker grill