equipment$50-100used in 4 side quests
Two-way radio set (2+ mile range)
A pair of handheld radios that maintain communication with partners when cell service fails inside buildings or in remote areas. Hands-free operation lets you call for help even if injured.
What to look for
- 12+ mile range in open areas, 0.25+ miles through buildings
- 2VOX (voice-activated) hands-free mode
- 3At least 14-22 channels to avoid interference
- 4Emergency weather alert channels (NOAA)
- 5Runs on standard AA or AAA batteries
Skip
- FRS-only radios with less than 2-watt power
- Models without privacy codes (vulnerable to eavesdropping)
- Units requiring proprietary rechargeable batteries
Used for: Urban exploration with a partner · Maintaining contact through walls and floors · Emergency communication without cell service · Coordinating multi-location group activities
Side quests that use it
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