Icom IC-GM1600 Survival Craft Two-Way Radio

IC-GM1600

Icom · Japan

GMDSS portable VHF radio designed for survival craft use on SOLAS-regulated vessels. Features high-visibility yellow housing, 1-meter waterproof construction per IMO resolution MSC.149(77), drop-resistant design, and high-capacity lithium battery providing over 8 hours of operation. Large tactile keypad enables one-handed operation in emergency conditions. Required equipment on passenger ships and cargo ships over 300 GT.

Technical specifications

Frequency (TX)
156.300-156.875MHz
Frequency (RX)
156.050-163.275MHz
Power Output
2 / 1W
Waterproof Rating
1m depth per IMO MSC.149(77)
Dimensions
65 x 145 x 44mm
Weight
385g
Battery
BP-234 lithium, 9.0V 3300mAh
Battery Life
>8hours
Current Drain (TX 2W)
1.0A
Current Drain (TX 1W)
0.7A
Current Drain (RX max)
200mA
Sensitivity
0.25 μV typical
Temperature Range
-20 to +55C
Color
Yellow (high visibility)
Emission Type
FM (16K0G3E)

Certifications

  • MED — Marine Equipment Directive 2014/90/EU
  • SOLAS — SOLAS Chapter IV, survival craft radio requirement
  • USCG

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Icom IC-GM1600 Survival Craft Two-Way VHF Radio in yellow housing
Icom IC-GM1600 Survival Craft Two-Way VHF Radio in yellow housing