Description
The RCA RDR4250 is a 1000 channel handheld two way radio that is ideal for higher educational institutions, public safety offices, and industrial businesses. The RCR4250 transmits using analog or digital UHF or VHF frequencies, and can be programmed to work with other DMR capable digital radios (Motorola, Hytera, etc) in digital mode and most radio brands when operating in analog mode.
With different operating modes — Conventional Analog, Conventional Digital DMR Tier II, Digital DMR based PRODIGI Plus, the RDR4250 portable radio will truly meet even the most demanding communication needs. The RCA RDR42x0 series digital portables radios are designed to connect your workforce efficiently and provide you with reliable communication allowing you to focus on growing your business.
The intrinsically safe model is certified to the requirements of UL 913 5th Ed., TIA 4950-A, CSA C22.2 No. 157- 92 | Class I, II, III; Division 1; Groups C-G; Division 2; Groups A-G; Temp T3C (with B4223LIIS IS Approved Battery Only) for use in hazardous locations where flammable gas, vapors or combustible dust may be present. The RDR4250 intrinsically safe certified radio can be used in a wide range of applications and industries such as Oil and Gas Extraction, Chemical and Paint Manufacturing, Refineries and more.
The RCA RDR4250 radio comes with a limited 3-year warranty (1 year on battery and accessories).
RCA RDR4250 radio highlights
- Digital and analog transmissions
- 1000 channels
- UHF (400-512 MHz) or VHF (136-174 MHz) frequency band
- 4 watts (UHF) 5 watts (VHF) max transmit power output
- 4 Programmable buttons
- 14 hours battery life and up to 17 with hi-cap battery in digital mode
- 3-year warranty
Model numbers
RDR4250U - Analog & Digital UHF 1000 Channel
RDR4250V - Analog & Digital VHF 1000 Channel
Supported system technologies
Conventional analog
Conventional digital
Prodigy plus mode
Included RCA RDR4250 accessories
| UHF Whip Antenna | ANH200U-W |
| VHF Whip Antenna | ANH200V-W |
| Standard High Capacity Battery | B4223LI |
| Belt Clip | BC4200 |
| Charger Base |
CH4201 |
| Charger Power Supply | PS4201 |
Resources
- RDR4250 Spec Sheet (PDF file)
- RDR4250 Brochure (PDF file)
- RDR4250 Intrinsically Safe Accessories (PDF file)
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Free RCA RDR4250 radio programming with purchase
RCA RDR4250 radio range
| Flat open terrain | UHF 4 - 6 miles VHF 5 - 7 miles |
| Suburban areas | UHF 3 - 5 miles VHF2 - 4 miles |
| Urban areas | UHF 1 - 3 miles VHF 0.5 - 1 miles |
| Inside buildings | UHF 25 - 30 floors VHF 10 - 15 floors |
These are estimates based on the RCA RDR4250 radio using standard accessories at full power, many factors affect radio range.
RCA RDR4250 specifications
| Dimensions (H x W x D) | 5.1 x 2.2 x 1.4 in. |
| Weight w/battery | 12.8 oz. |
| Programmable buttons | 4 buttons |
| User programmable? | No, requires dealer support |
| Durability | IP67 | Mil spec: 810 C,D,E,F,G |
Performance Details
| Frequency range | UHF (400-512 MHz) VHF (136-174 MHz) |
| Max Power output | 4 Watts (UHF) 5 Watts (VHF) |
| Coverage area | Adjustable power output for varying coverage |
| Repeater capable | Yes |
| Estimated battery life | 10 hours (Analog) 14 hours (Digital) 12 hours (Analog, Hi-Cap) 17 hours (Digital, Hi-Cap) |
| Standard battery | B4223LI Li-ion |
| Battery size | 2300 mAh |
