Midland MXT275 MicroMobile® GMRS 15-Watt Two-Way Radio - MXT275

Thank you for your detailed review!\n\nYes, the Midland MXT275 is repeater capable, with 8 built-in General Mobile Radio Service (GMRS) repeater channels. However, it comes with limitations that can affect its use with certain repeater systems. \n\nLimitations of the MXT275 for repeater use: \n\nSplit tone limitations: While recent models of the MXT275 are capable of handling split tones (separate transmit and receive tones), older versions were not. Many GMRS repeaters are configured to use a Continuous Tone-Coded Squelch System (CTCSS), also known as a PL tone, on both the transmit and receive frequencies. If your radio's receive tone is set incorrectly, or if the radio was not designed for this feature, you will not hear traffic from other users.\nNarrowband vs. wideband: Older versions of the MXT275 transmitted in narrowband mode, which can cause poor audio quality when communicating through wideband repeaters. Newer MXT275 models with R9 firmware or higher will automatically use wideband for the repeater channels.\nLack of advanced programmability: Unlike more advanced GMRS and Land Mobile Radio (LMR) equipment, the MXT275 has limited programming options. This means you cannot program custom repeater frequencies or channel memories.\nIncompatible with FRS channels: The MXT275 cannot transmit on GMRS channels 8 through 14, as these are reserved for lower-power Family Radio Service (FRS) radios. These channels are not used for GMRS repeaters, but it's a key distinction from other radios.\n\nNo custom repeater setup: \nYou cannot use the MXT275 itself to set up your own GMRS repeater. It is designed to be a mobile client radio for accessing existing repeater systems, not to function as a base station.