Icom M36 VHF Marine Handheld Radio (Discontinued)

Description

The Icom M36 was a VHF marine handheld radio renowned for its floating, waterproof design and superior audio performance. Built for reliability at sea, the M36 automatically enhanced voice clarity and reduced background noise — ensuring clear communication even in rough marine environments.

This durable, easy-to-use radio was a trusted choice for boaters, sailors, and marine professionals. Though now discontinued, the M36 remains respected for its quality and innovation. The Icom M37 is the recommended successor, offering improved ergonomics and battery life while maintaining the M36’s hallmark dependability.

Key Features:

  • Floating, waterproof design (IPX7 rated)

  • Automatic noise suppression for clear communication

  • Loud, powerful audio output

  • Ideal for boating, sailing, and marine operations

  • Discontinued — replaced by the Icom M37

Features

  • on Rechargeable Battery Pack
  • Li-ion Rechargeable Battery Included
  • Battery Charger
  • 10 NOAA Weather Channels
  • NOAA Weather Alerts
  • Noise Canceling Microphone
  • Channel Scan
  • Dual/Tri Channel Watch
  • Backlit Display
  • Power Selectable
  • Battery Meter
  • Battery Saver
  • Removable Antenna
  • Drop-In Charge Capable
  • Water Resistant
  • Submersible
  • meets equivalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and F
  • Floating
  • Three Year Manufacturer Warranty

 

Specifications

General
Frequency Range
Tx
Rx		 156.025–157.425 MHz
156.050–163.275 MHz
Usable channels INT, USA, CAN, WX channels
Type of emission 16K0G3E (FM)
Current drain (at 7.4V DC)
Tx (at 6W output)
Rx (at AF max.)
Internal speaker
External speaker
Power save		 1.5A typical300mA typ.
200mA typ.
10mA typ.
Operating temperature range -20°C to +60°C; -4°F to +140°F
Antenna Impedance 50Ω (STUD)
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections not included)		 62 × 139.5 × 43 mm;
2 7⁄16 × 5 1⁄2 (H) × 1 11⁄16 in
Weight (approx.) 295g; 10.4oz (With BP-252, FA-SC58V and MB-109)
Transmitter
Output power (Hi/Low) 6W (High),1W (Low)

2W (High, with alkaline cells), 1W low
Max. frequency deviation ± 5 kHz
Frequency error ±10ppm
Audio harmonic distortion Less than 10% (at 60% dev.)
Spurious emissions –68dBc
Adjacent channel power 70dB
Audio harmonic distortion 10% (at 60% dev.)
Residual modulation 40dB
Receiver
Sensitivity (at 12dB SINAD) 0.25µV typical
Squelch sensitivity 0.35µV typ. (at threshold)
Adjacent Channel Selectivity 70dB typical
Spurious response 70dB typical
Intermodulation Rejection 70dB typical
Hum and noise ratio 40dB typical
Audio output power (at 10% distortion)
Internal speaker
External speaker		 700mW typ. (16Ω load)
350mW typ. (8Ω load)

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Icom M36 VHF Marine Handheld Radio (Discontinued)

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