Today’s army has come a long way since #Normandy, but there’s one thing that hasn’t changed a lot. The military – as well as most emergency response services – still rely on two-way radios and handhelds to communicate out in the field, including old school and new school King Radios, still among the most popular portables and handhelds on the market. Needless to say, there have been updates and changes and modernizations, but the basics remain: voice is still the best way to communicate over distance in emergency situations, and BK handhelds are among the best two-way radios to facilitate that communication.
Still, there are times when you want to increase the range and/or capabilities of BK portables and BK mobile radios. There are a handful of accessories that will extend the utility and usability of even the most basic King portable radios.
Battery Packs
Your radio is only useful if it’s operable, and that means making sure you have fully charged batteries. Battery packs are among the most useful of all King radio accessories. Choose from rechargeable LiOn batteries, NiCad batteries or basic AA battery packs that let you use regular old AAs from the corner store to extend the life of your BK radio handhelds in the field. Many battery packs are compatible with all BK handheld radios, but be sure to check your own model to make sure you’ll be able to use the battery pack you purchase.
Carrying Cases
Yes, we call them handhelds, but the fact is that most of the time, when they’re in use, you want your hands free. The right carrying case puts your BK radio handhelds within reach at all times and allows you to access all the controls at need. In addition to cases for individual King radio handhelds, you can also purchase cases for multiple units, ideal for carrying to an emergency deployment scene.
Chargers
From individual chargers to multiple bay charging cups, additional charging units are among the most useful accessories for an organization with multiple King radios. A rapid desktop charger can get your unit charged up and back in action fast, while a 6-bay rapid charger can power up BK handhelds for your entire unit using just one outlet.
Antennae
While King radios have exceptional range in most conditions, there are situations where you need to extend that range a little, or increase your gain for better audio. The right +portable antenna can extend the range of your BK handhelds or BK mobiles and help combat adverse conditions.
The Forest Service and many fire departments still rely on King radios for their emergency and field communications. Make sure King radios are on your short list when you’re deciding which handheld radios are best for your needs.
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