Best 11m/ Export SSB Under $200

[roadrage]

Most of your export SSB radios are going to have some drift. They are known for it. An older Grant, 148GTL, 139XLR, etc would be a good choice for stability and clean audio. You can pick them up between $40-$100. Just be careful not to buy one that has been modified to much. My Grant was purchased for $40, I sent it out to be looked over and a proper tune performed. I also added variable power. It cost me about $100 for the work and shipping. It was well worth it. It has better SSB audio than my $450 Galaxy export. Its just something to think about. If you want echo, buy an echo board for $25 and install it. Most of the export that are in the $200-$250 range tend to be the non SSB models. There are only a few SSB exports that I've seen in that $$ range. And the power on those models aren't much higher than a tuned CB.

 

[123kid]

2950dx all day everyday

 

[roadrage]

2950dx all day everyday

Used you can find one under $200. New is about $250 + tune/convert for 11M ($30) + shipping ($15)= almost $300 He is looking for new SSB radio for under $200.

 

[Brake Weight]

Used you can find one under $200. New is about $250 + tune/convert for 11M ($30) + shipping ($15)= almost $300 He is looking for new SSB radio for under $200.

BC 980.

 

[Grogan]

I think for SSB work the 2950DX is the way to go. not an am powerhouse and also not 200.00

 

[Highlander_821]

I was going to recommend a Magnum 257 until I saw how they are almost as much as a 2950. They used to be significantly cheaper than the RCI. You might as well just get the 2950.

 

[kd-5-bgt]

2950 by far...I had a first generation 2950 and had no drifting issues at all.....

 

[binrat]

T23,

As you can see from all the responses, there isn't too many good 11 / export ssb rigs under $200 that are turly worthy. I've had DX949, DX979, DX959, 2950, 257,with the last two being solid on ssb. I have an Optima now which is way over your limit but is in a league by itself.
If you look at the 257hp, just remember there was a bad batch that came out last fall. If you look at the 2950, I find that they are very sensitive to engine / vehicle noise. The 1 I had I could not rectify the noise to the point I sold the radio for $75.

When you purchase, get it from a good dealer.

 

[undertaker]

T23,

As you can see from all the responses, there isn't too many good 11 / export ssb rigs under $200 that are turly worthy. I've had DX949, DX979, DX959, 2950, 257,with the last two being solid on ssb. I have an Optima now which is way over your limit but is in a league by itself.
If you look at the 257hp, just remember there was a bad batch that came out last fall. If you look at the 2950, I find that they are very sensitive to engine / vehicle noise. The 1 I had I could not rectify the noise to the point I sold the radio for $75.

When you purchase, get it from a good dealer.

Like Bobs CB

 

[123kid]

Had my 2950 in my mobile no engine noise but the 257 is a car nightmare.U can get the 30watt 257 on customcbradios for 199 i think he still has them.

 

[kelso]

BC 980.

I agree on that one also.

Uniden Bearcat 980.

 

[Grogan]

Here is a nice radio stable on SSB for 200.00
Magnum Omegaforce S45HP
Never been mobil. bought Last Oct.2011 works perfect. I know because it's mine

 

[Grogan]

OH you said under 200.00 I can do 199.95 and 20.05 shipped insured to your door. LOL