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What is CB (Citizens Band) Radio?

CB (Citizens Band) Radio is an unlicensed service. CB Radio consists of 40 HF channels on AM and SSB. Channel 9 is designated for emergencies and assistance.

The maximum allowable power for a CB radio is 5 watts. Repeaters are not allowed on CB radio.

CB Radio Usage

CB Radio is mainly utilized by truck drivers. CB radio is known for the colorful language utilized by its adherents, such as "10-4 good buddy".

CB Radio Frequencies

Channel	Frequency
1	26.965
2	26.975
3	26.985
4	27.005
5	27.015
6	27.025
7	27.035
8	27.055
9	27.065
10	27.075
11	27.085
12	27.105
13	27.115
14	27.125
15	27.135
16	27.155
17	27.165
18	27.175
19	27.185
20	27.205
21	27.215
22	27.225
23	27.235
24	27.245
25	27.255
26	27.265
27	27.275
28	27.285
29	27.295
30	27.305
31	27.315
32	27.325
33	27.335
34	27.345
35	27.355
36	27.365
37	27.375
38	27.385
39	27.395
40	27.405