Rugged R1 Business Band Digital Two-Way Handheld Radio

The Rugged R1 is a 5-watt digital and analog business-band handheld radio that runs DMR digital and analog on both VHF and UHF frequencies — run the latest digital tech and still talk to legacy analog race radios. It works with all VHF/UHF business-band radios on the same frequencies and with DMR digital radios.

Licensing

Business-band radios like the R1 require an FCC business-band license to transmit.

Specifications

• Business-band handheld, DMR digital + analog
• Dual-band VHF and UHF
• 5-watt transmitter with optimized receiver
• Customizable P1/P2 buttons (programmable via RT Systems software)
• Charge-on-the-go USB cable and built-in safety flashlight
• Compatible with the Rugged accessory ecosystem for antennas, batteries and mics

Sold per the pack configuration selected; single radios and multi-packs are offered. Works with the full Rugged accessory line — antennas, hand mics, intercom adapters and chargers.

Frequently Asked Questions

Do I need a license for the Rugged R1?

Yes. The R1 is a business-band radio, and transmitting requires an FCC business-band license.

Can the R1 talk to older analog race radios?

Yes. It runs both DMR digital and analog on VHF and UHF, so it communicates with legacy analog race radios as well as DMR digital radios on the same frequencies.

Can I customize the R1's buttons?

Yes. The P1 and P2 buttons are customizable using RT Systems software to toggle the channels or functions you use most.