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Radio Shack TRC-231 Cat. No. 21-1675 40 Channel Handheld CB walkie-talkie PLL (No Crystals Needed)

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TRC-231
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  • Excellent condition Radio Shack TRC-231 40-channel handheld CB walkie-talkie (21-1675). Fully working with bright illuminated LCD, full 5W power, ANL, adjustable squelch, power saver, and ceramic filter. Compact design (approx. 7" tall) runs on AA batteries or DC power. Classic late-90s Radio Shack quality in great cosmetic shape — perfect for collectors, emergency comms, or CB enthusiasts. Includes [list what you have: antenna, batteries, manual, box if any]. Tested and ready to use. Ships fast!
  • Excellent condition Radio Shack TRC-231 40-channel handheld CB walkie-talkie (21-1675). Fully working with bright illuminated LCD, full 5W power, ANL, adjustable squelch, power saver, and ceramic filter. Compact design (approx. 7" tall) runs on AA batteries or DC power. Classic late-90s Radio Shack quality in great cosmetic shape — perfect for collectors, emergency comms, or CB enthusiasts. Includes [list what you have: antenna, batteries, manual, box if any]. Tested and ready to use. Ships fast!
  • Excellent condition Radio Shack TRC-231 40-channel handheld CB walkie-talkie (21-1675). Fully working with bright illuminated LCD, full 5W power, ANL, adjustable squelch, power saver, and ceramic filter. Compact design (approx. 7" tall) runs on AA batteries or DC power. Classic late-90s Radio Shack quality in great cosmetic shape — perfect for collectors, emergency comms, or CB enthusiasts. Includes [list what you have: antenna, batteries, manual, box if any]. Tested and ready to use. Ships fast!
  • Excellent condition Radio Shack TRC-231 40-channel handheld CB walkie-talkie (21-1675). Fully working with bright illuminated LCD, full 5W power, ANL, adjustable squelch, power saver, and ceramic filter. Compact design (approx. 7" tall) runs on AA batteries or DC power. Classic late-90s Radio Shack quality in great cosmetic shape — perfect for collectors, emergency comms, or CB enthusiasts. Includes [list what you have: antenna, batteries, manual, box if any]. Tested and ready to use. Ships fast!
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Radio Shack TRC-231 Cat. No. 21-1675 40 Channel Handheld CB walkie-talkie PLL (No Crystals Needed)

This Hand Held 40 Channel CB is in excellent condition and works great.

 It comes with the 6, AA  Alkaline battery pack, and the 8, AA Alkaline battery pack which has a charging port for rechargeable AA Batteries. (Batteries are NOT included)

 There is also a 12 VDC power cord that allows you to run the radio without batteries and the belt clip is attached.

 A Copy of the manual is included

 

Radio Shack (Realistic/Tandy) TRC-231 (Cat. No. 21-1675) is a vintage 40-channel handheld CB walkie-talkie from around 1996. It is a compact portable transceiver popular with collectors and CB enthusiasts for its full legal power output in a handheld form factor.
 
 
Key Specifications
  • Channels: 40 CB channels (26.965–27.405 MHz)
  • Power: 5 watts input (full legal power for CB handhelds at the time); selectable Hi/Low power
  • Power Source: 8 x AA alkaline batteries or 10 rechargeable Ni-Cd batteries (separate battery packs included originally); external DC adapter/power jack support (12V)
  • Dimensions: Approx. 2.375" W x 7" H x 1.25" D (60 x 178 x 32 mm) — very compact handheld
  • Features:
    • Illuminated LCD display
    • Ceramic filter
    • ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter)
    • Adjustable squelch
    • Power saver mode
    • Spare battery case
    • BNC connector for rubber duck or external antenna
  • Shape/Design: Small portable/pocket-style handheld, plastic construction with dynamic speaker
  • Original Price: Around $149.99 USD in 1996 catalogs.
     
It performs well for a handheld of its era, with decent range on open terrain (especially with a good antenna), though like most handhelds, it's limited compared to mobile/base units. Users note it feels solid and "police-grade" in build.

 

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