GME GX625 Handheld Marine VHF Radio

Portable Marine VHF Radio 5/1W, IP66, 1200mAh Li-Ion Battery, Dual/Triple Watch, Ideal for Tenders, Kayaks and Small Watercraft

Product Overview

The GME GX625 is a portable handheld marine VHF radio designed for small watercraft and secondary communication on larger vessels. It is specifically suited to dinghies, tenders, tinnies, kayaks, and jet skis that may not have fixed electrical systems or space for a conventional fixed-mount radio yet still need reliable marine VHF communication.

Offering switchable 5W/1W output power, the GX625 covers all International, US, and Canadian VHF marine channel sets. IP66 ingress protection guards against dust and powerful water jets. A class-leading 1200mAh Li-Ion battery provides extended operating life. The standard package includes a 240V drop-in charger, wrist strap, and belt clip.

Features include dual watch, triple watch, and programmable scan functions, plus a large bright LCD display. The antenna is flexible and removable.

Features & Benefits

• 5/1 Watt switchable power — 5W for maximum range; 1W low-power mode to conserve battery on close-range communication
• IP66 ingress protection — fully dust-tight and protected against powerful water jets from any direction
• 1200mAh Li-Ion battery — class-leading capacity for extended operating life on small watercraft without shore power
• 240V drop-in charger included — standard charge method; place the radio in the cradle to charge
• International, US and Canadian channel sets — complete coverage for Australian, international, and North American marine VHF channels
• Dual watch and triple watch — simultaneously monitors two or three channels so important calls are not missed
• Programmable scan — scans user-defined channels and stops on active transmissions
• Large bright LCD display — easy to read on the water
• Flexible, removable antenna — antenna can be removed for storage
• Wrist strap and belt clip included — keeps the radio secured and accessible
• Ideal for tenders, dinghies, kayaks, tinnies, jet skis — suited to watercraft without fixed electrical systems

Technical Specs

Compatible With / Goes Well With

• Tenders, dinghies, kayaks, tinnies, jet skis, and small watercraft
• Larger vessels as a secondary portable radio
• 240V shore power charging via included drop-in charger

Weight

Not specified

Frequently Asked Questions

What is VHF marine radio and how is it different from 27MHz or UHF CB?

VHF (Very High Frequency) marine radio operates in the 156–174 MHz band — this is the internationally recognised standard for maritime communication, used globally for vessel-to-vessel, vessel-to-shore, distress (Channel 16), and port operations communication. 27MHz marine radio (as in the GME GX400) uses a lower frequency HF band primarily used in Australian coastal waters. UHF CB operates at 477 MHz and is an Australian land-based CB system. VHF marine radio is the standard for coastal and offshore vessels internationally.

What does IP66 mean and can the GX625 be dropped overboard?

IP66 means the radio is fully dust-tight (rated 6 — maximum dust protection) and protected against powerful water jets from any direction (rated 6 — direct water jet protection). This covers spray, rain, and water immersion during normal use on the water. However, IP66 is not a submersion rating — it is not designed to be fully submerged. IPX7 (as on the AIST120 and GX400) is the submersion standard. If the GX625 is dropped overboard, it may not survive depending on depth and duration — confirm submersion capability with GME.

What does 5W/1W switchable power mean?

5W is the standard transmit power for full-range marine VHF communication — at 5W, the GX625 can communicate with vessels and shore stations at the maximum effective range for handheld VHF operation (typically several nautical miles in good conditions, depending on antenna height and terrain). Switching to 1W reduces transmit power for short-range communication (such as boat-to-tender) and significantly extends battery life, as transmit power is the primary battery drain on handheld radios.

What vessels and situations is the GX625 best suited for?

The GX625 is specifically designed for small watercraft without fixed electrical systems — tenders, dinghies, kayaks, tinnies, and jet skis — where a fixed-mount VHF radio is not practical. It is also useful as a secondary or portable radio on larger vessels, allowing crew members away from the helm to maintain communication. The 1200mAh Li-Ion battery supports extended use without shore power.

What is included in the package?

The GX625 package includes the radio itself, a 1200mAh Li-Ion battery pack, a 240V drop-in charging cradle, a wrist strap, and a belt clip. The flexible, removable antenna is also included. Confirm current package contents with GME as accessories may vary.