Uniden VHF Radios - Handheld
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Uniden Atlantis 275 Floating Handheld VHF Marine Radio IPX8 Waterproof 6W
Uniden Handheld VHF Radios: Built for the Water
When communication on the water is a matter of safety, Uniden is a name mariners have trusted for decades. Handheld VHF radios represent one of Uniden's most compelling marine offerings — compact, purpose-built devices that combine rugged construction with the kind of advanced features once reserved for fixed-mount units. Whether you're a weekend boater, a coastal angler, or a serious offshore sailor, a Uniden handheld VHF belongs in your safety kit.
A Legacy of Marine Communication
Uniden's roots in radio communication go deep. Founded in 1966, the company grew through decades of innovation in wireless electronics, and its marine radio lineup reflects that long institutional knowledge. Today, Uniden America Corporation — headquartered in Flower Mound, Texas — continues to develop VHF marine radios that serve recreational and professional mariners across North America and beyond.
What Sets Uniden Handheld VHF Radios Apart
Uniden's handheld VHF lineup is anchored by real-world safety engineering. Models like the MHS338BT and the Atlantis series are designed not just to communicate, but to perform under pressure. Key features across the lineup include:
- IPX8 Submersible Rating: Uniden handheld VHF radios are built to withstand full submersion, offering genuine waterproof protection in the harshest marine conditions.
- Floating Design: Many models are engineered to float if dropped overboard, ensuring the radio stays accessible even in an emergency.
- GPS & DSC (Digital Selective Calling): The MHS338BT integrates GPS with DSC functionality, so a distress call automatically transmits your vessel's precise coordinates to rescue services and nearby mariners — dramatically reducing emergency response times.
- Bluetooth Connectivity: Select models pair wirelessly with smartphones, allowing dual-channel awareness and hands-free communication without breaking concentration on navigation.
- NOAA Weather Alerts: All major Uniden handheld VHF radios receive NOAA weather channels and alerts, giving boaters advance warning of dangerous conditions.
- Multi-Channel Scanning: Tri-watch and programmable scanning features let users monitor Channel 16 (the international distress channel), Channel 9, and a third channel simultaneously.
- Long Battery Life & Drop-In Charging: Models such as the MHS338BT include a lithium-ion rechargeable battery and a drop-in charging cradle, making overnight recharging simple and reliable.
The Right Handheld VHF for Any Boater
From the compact Atlantis 155 — with its dual-color backlit LCD and IPX8 floating design — to the full-featured MHS338BT with GPS, Bluetooth, emergency strobe, and built-in FM radio, Uniden offers handheld VHF radios calibrated to different needs and budgets. Portable and versatile, these radios are equally at home on a small dinghy or as a backup aboard a larger vessel, covering all USA, Canadian, and international marine VHF channels.
Explore the full range of Uniden marine products or browse all handheld VHF radios to find the right communication solution for your time on the water.