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The Uniden Bearcat 980SSB 40 channel CB radio operates in the normal AM mode and Single Sideband Mode (SSB). It features a stunning front panel with seven color selectable display back lighting. Plus you can adjust brightness and contrast independently. Everything for easy mobile operation has been considered and the 980SSB controls are easy to use. This radio even has a built-in diagnostic system that can check the antenna match, RF power and supply voltage. Other features include S/RF/CAL/SWR Meter, NOAA weather, frequency display, clarifier, noise blanker, mic gain, all channel scan, memory scan, RF gain, instant channel 9/19 and extra long mic cord. There is a PA - Public Address function if you add an external PA speaker (sold separately).

The Bearcat 980 is pre-configured for Uniden’s 6-pin wireless, noise canceling technology. Your Bearcat 980 comes with an adapter to connect the radio’s 6-pin microphone to a standard 4-pin microphone. The rear panel features a jack for external speaker and a jack for public address audio output. This radio comes with a 6 pin, wired noise-canceling mic, mobile bracket, DC power cord and mic clip. 6.3 x 2.2 x 6.3 inches. This radio requires 12 V DC at 2.2 Amps. Two year limited manufacturer's warranty.

General characteristics

HAM bands
11m (CB) 
Frequency stability
?
Tuning steps
Channelized
Memories
40 channels in 1 bank(s)

Receiver

RX-range
25.615-28.305 MHz
Modulations
AM   SSB  
Sensitivity
?
Selectivity
?
Filters
?
Receiver system
?
IF-frequencies
?
Image rejection
?
Audio output
?

Transmitter

TX-range
25.615-28.305 MHz
Modulations
AM   SSB  
RF-output
?

Connections

Antenna
SO-239
Impedance
50Ω
Other
-

Electrical

Power requirements
?
Current drain RX
?
TX
?

Physical

Dimensions (w×h×d)
216 × 89 × 381 mm (8.50 × 3.50 × 15.00 in)
Weight
1.80 kg (4.0 lbs)
Form factor
Mobile
Manufactured
Between 2012 and 20xx

Other features

Usage
Citizen Band (27Mc)
Features + options
Weather
Public Address
Backlit Display
Built-in SWR
Channel Scanning
Single Side Band (SSB)
Dynamike Boost
High SWR Indicator
Instant Channel 9/19
Noise Reduction (NB/ANL)
RF Gain
Accessories
-
RigReference ID
5860
MPN
UNIDEN-BEARCAT-000980SSB

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Based on historic data, today's second-hand price of the Uniden-Bearcat 980SSB is around:

  • EUR 171.00 ~ EUR 120.00
  • USD 108.00 ~ USD 35.00

Price History Chart

These estimates are based on the following prices:

Year Historic price Condition Submitted by
2020 EUR 180.00 New / Mint MDW
2019 USD 120.00 New / Mint rreh917
2019 EUR 134.00 New / Mint RigReference
2015 USD 72.00 Used / Good k0mixham@gmail.com

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