HOW FAR CAN 2 watts transmit?

So, a 2-watt walkie-talkie might broadcast within a range of 1.5 miles ; 3 watts = 2 miles; 4 watts = 2.5 miles; 5 watts = 3 miles; and so on. Actual distances may vary widely based on weather, UHF vs. VHF, etc. But these are good, general rules of thumb to go by when shopping for a new radio system.

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Is UHF stronger than VHF?

The two frequency ranges (also called “frequency bands”) used in most two-way radios are VHF (Very High Frequency), and UHF (Ultra High Frequency). We are often asked “Is VHF or UHF better?” Neither is inherently better, they each have strong points and weaknesses. VHF frequencies can penetrate objects better than UHF .

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