📡 Icom IC-R20 Wideband Handheld Receiver – CLEAN w/ Box & Accessories
Up for sale is a very clean Icom IC-R20 wideband handheld receiver, one of Icom’s most capable portable scanners ever made. This unit is in excellent condition and comes with the original box and accessories, making it a great addition for collectors or serious monitoring enthusiasts.
The IC-R20 is known for its dual-watch capability, wide frequency coverage, and built-in digital recorder, allowing you to monitor two bands at once and record activity for later playback.
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⚙️ Key Features
• Dual receive (watch two frequencies at once)
• Built-in digital voice recorder
• High-speed scanning & memory banks
• Large backlit display
• Durable, compact handheld design
• Excellent sensitivity across bands
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📊 Operating Specifications
• Frequency Coverage:
• 150 kHz – 3304.999 MHz (continuous, cellular blocked where applicable)
• Modes:
• AM, FM, WFM, USB, LSB, CW
• Memory Channels:
• 1,250 channels with multiple banks
• Scan Speed:
• Up to ~100 channels per second
• Audio Output:
• Clear, strong audio with external speaker/mic support
• Antenna Connector:
• SMA type
• Power:
• Rechargeable battery pack or external DC input
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🧰 Condition
• Very clean, well cared for
• Fully functional – no issues
• Display and keypad in excellent shape
• From a non-smoking shack
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📦 Included
• Original factory box
• Antenna
• Battery pack
• Charger / power supply
• Belt clip
• Manual (if included – adjust as needed)
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👍 Why This Radio?
The IC-R20 is widely regarded as one of the best portable wideband receivers ever made—especially valued for:
• True dual-watch capability
• Built-in recording (rare in handhelds)
• Strong performance on HF, VHF, and UHF
Great for:
• Airband monitoring
• Public safety scanning
• HF listening (SSB/CW)
• General wideband surveillance