Question 1

So with the adapter, you can plug the radio into something and it will use your car antenna or some other antenna and get further range? How far?

Accepted Answer

Your antenna is the most important aspect in getting good range on your CB.  For the beginner, your best bet is to buy the Midland 18-2442, Center Load Mag Mount Mobile CB Radio Antenna, available on Amazon for $19.99.  It works perfectly with the Midland 75-822 unit.  The magnetic base is strong enough to stay put until you remove it.  It should be centered on the roof of your car, or truck cab, to radiate the best signal.

Question 2

There are many magnetic car mount antennas offered....can you suggest the cheapest yet most effective antenna to go with this unit?

Accepted Answer

C.  -  I bought the Midland 18-2442 magnetic external antenna and was happy with it.  It has a very long coax tha will pretty easily reach anywhere on your car and into to the radio. It also extended the range over the included short antenna by a lot. I estimated about 1/4-1/2 mile range with small antenna, and 1-2 mile range with the external antenna. This was in hills of Arkansas.

Question 3

are there handle bar mounts for the radio for motorcycle?

Accepted Answer

The only one I've found was was from J@M model PACB-409-15.  And they have a high opinion of it.  I slightly modified an ARKON mount with the small pouch. I cut down the belt clip to fit in the bracket on dry days and use the pouch on wet days.

Question 4

How far will these radios reach?

Accepted Answer

The coverage range of CB radios on 27Mhz is almost entirely dependent on using a decent external antenna.  With only 4 watts output on a relatively long wavelength (11 meters) they really need a full-length, 102" tall, 1/4 wave whip antenna center mounted on top of a car or truck roof to achieve their very best mobile performance. That is not practical today, so most CB antennas today are physically shortened - which makes them more manageable, but less efficient.  As a general rule of thumb, taller antennas will work better in a mobile setting.

ASIN	B00000K2YR
Additional Features	Automatic Squelch
Audible Noise	10 db
Best Sellers Rank	#3 in Handheld CB Radios
Brand	Midland
Built-In Media	Cigarette Lighter Adapter, Midland 75-822 40 Channel Cb-Way Radio
Color	Black
Compatible Devices	[Inferred] Other two-way radios operating on the same frequency range (26.965 MHz - 27.405 MHz)
Connectivity Protocol	CB
Customer Reviews	4.2 out of 5 stars 4,796 Reviews
Frequency Range	26.965 MHz - 27.405 MHz
Global Trade Identification Number	00046014758223
Impedance	50 ohm
Item Dimensions D x W x H	2.6"D x 6.7"W x 9.4"H
Item Highlight	Walkie Talkie with 40 Channels, NOAA Weather Alerts, Long Range, Compatible with CB Antennas
Item Type Name	40 Channel CB Radio
Item Weight	181.43 g
Manufacturer	Midland
Mfr Part Number	75822
Model Number	75822
Number of Batteries	6 AA batteries required.
Number of Channels	40
Number of Packs	1
Special Feature	Automatic Squelch
Talking Range Maximum	1 mile
Tuner Type	UHF
UPC	046014758223
Unit Count	1 Count
Voltage	0.01 volts
Warranty Description	1 Year Limited
Water Resistance Level	Not Water Resistant
Waterproof Rating	IP44

Midland 75-822 AM/FM Handheld CB Radio & Mobile CB Radio

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