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This Retevis NR30 and RT97L kit mainly utilizes the RT97L repeater to extend the range of the Retevis NR30 high-power handheld radio to extend the overall range. It can also achieve cross-regional communication through a fixed repeater base station and a mobile handheld radio to achieve a wider distance. Simple and convenient, easy to install, especially suitable for agricultural environments such as farms, gardens, orchards and ranches.
This portable GMRS repeater bundle. Can extend the communication range of your handheld device. Provides a range of up to 10 miles (exact range depends on the environment in which it is used). This is an easy to use and perfect remote radio communication solution, ideal for use in scenarios such as homesteads, farms, built environments, camping and road trips.
1. Repeater capability
The NR30 GMRS 2-way radio has 8 repeater channels that connect directly to the Retevis RT97S GMRS repeater. Realize your long-distance communication needs.
2. IP67 Waterproof Radio
With waterproof function, it can be better adapted to various environments. The rugged enclosure can also withstand drops better. Extend the service life.
3. Long battery life
Equipped with a 2800mAh high-capacity battery, supports 24-hour work in the workplace without frequent charging. Extra long standby time to meet your daily work.
4. Noise Reduction
Compared with single-channel AI noise reduction, NR30 adopts two-way AI noise reduction, which is more suitable for various noise environments. Get a clearer sound experience.
5.One-key Group Call
One-key group call function can easily arrange multiple departments to work together, which greatly meets the needs of different occasions.
6.Emergency Alarm Function
With emergency alarm function. When an emergency occurs, long press the alarm button to ensure your safety.
We recommend that you install the GMRS repeater at the highest point around your main work area. The terrain will play an important role in your ability to communicate point-to-point. The height of the antenna will help maximize the value of your GMRS Repeater as well as your handheld device.
The purpose of the repeater is to provide a relay point that can see and communicate with as many other points as possible, such as the tops of buildings, cell towers, and hills.

1. 25W High Power GMRS Repeater
With the 25W GMRS repeater kit, including an FRP antenna and coaxial cable, you get strong and reliable signals across your farm or building, minimizing dead zones for seamless communication.
2. Small and Portable Repeater
Retevis RT97S repeater size is only 260x210x70mm. It is very small and compact, convenient to carry, and very useful for outdoor use and for families, individuals, and groups. You can also install it on the top of the mountain to build your base station.
3. Easy-to-Use GMRS Repeater Bundle
Featuring 8 GMRS repeater channels, a 10W transmitter with a full 5W output power after the duplexer, and a built-in notch duplexer, all you need to do is add an antenna and feeder cable to get on the air. A USB programming cable is also included to program the repeater to your channel and CTCSS/DCS tones of choice.
4. Multiple Charging Options
RT97S can be powered by DC12V~24V power, car power, or a solar battery. The RT97S is ideal for solar-powered repeater sites where low power and a small footprint are required. At such a portable size, this repeater is perfect for camping trips or emergency preparedness.
5. Easy-to-Read LCD Display
Retevis RT97S repeater comes with an LCD. The display can help you know the TX and RX frequencies, CTCSS/DCS code, and bandwidth settings easily. There are also up and down keys, which can help you change channels and CTCSS/DCS tones. You can also use the key to lock/unlock the keypad.
This Retevis NR30 and RT97L kit mainly utilizes the RT97L repeater to extend the range of the Retevis NR30 high-power handheld radio to extend the overall range. It can also achieve cross-regional communication through a fixed repeater base station and a mobile handheld radio to achieve a wider distance. Simple and convenient, easy to install, especially suitable for agricultural environments such as farms, gardens, orchards and ranches.
This portable GMRS repeater bundle. Can extend the communication range of your handheld device. Provides a range of up to 10 miles (exact range depends on the environment in which it is used). This is an easy to use and perfect remote radio communication solution, ideal for use in scenarios such as homesteads, farms, built environments, camping and road trips.
1. Repeater capability
The NR30 GMRS 2-way radio has 8 repeater channels that connect directly to the Retevis RT97S GMRS repeater. Realize your long-distance communication needs.
2. IP67 Waterproof Radio
With waterproof function, it can be better adapted to various environments. The rugged enclosure can also withstand drops better. Extend the service life.
3. Long battery life
Equipped with a 2800mAh high-capacity battery, supports 24-hour work in the workplace without frequent charging. Extra long standby time to meet your daily work.
4. Noise Reduction
Compared with single-channel AI noise reduction, NR30 adopts two-way AI noise reduction, which is more suitable for various noise environments. Get a clearer sound experience.
5.One-key Group Call
One-key group call function can easily arrange multiple departments to work together, which greatly meets the needs of different occasions.
6.Emergency Alarm Function
With emergency alarm function. When an emergency occurs, long press the alarm button to ensure your safety.
We recommend that you install the GMRS repeater at the highest point around your main work area. The terrain will play an important role in your ability to communicate point-to-point. The height of the antenna will help maximize the value of your GMRS Repeater as well as your handheld device.
The purpose of the repeater is to provide a relay point that can see and communicate with as many other points as possible, such as the tops of buildings, cell towers, and hills.

1. 25W High Power GMRS Repeater
With the 25W GMRS repeater kit, including an FRP antenna and coaxial cable, you get strong and reliable signals across your farm or building, minimizing dead zones for seamless communication.
2. Small and Portable Repeater
Retevis RT97S repeater size is only 260x210x70mm. It is very small and compact, convenient to carry, and very useful for outdoor use and for families, individuals, and groups. You can also install it on the top of the mountain to build your base station.
3. Easy-to-Use GMRS Repeater Bundle
Featuring 8 GMRS repeater channels, a 10W transmitter with a full 5W output power after the duplexer, and a built-in notch duplexer, all you need to do is add an antenna and feeder cable to get on the air. A USB programming cable is also included to program the repeater to your channel and CTCSS/DCS tones of choice.
4. Multiple Charging Options
RT97S can be powered by DC12V~24V power, car power, or a solar battery. The RT97S is ideal for solar-powered repeater sites where low power and a small footprint are required. At such a portable size, this repeater is perfect for camping trips or emergency preparedness.
5. Easy-to-Read LCD Display
Retevis RT97S repeater comes with an LCD. The display can help you know the TX and RX frequencies, CTCSS/DCS code, and bandwidth settings easily. There are also up and down keys, which can help you change channels and CTCSS/DCS tones. You can also use the key to lock/unlock the keypad.
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Frequency Range |
GMRS |
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Channel Number |
30 |
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Audio Distortion |
<5% |
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Working Temperature |
-20℃+55℃ |
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Antenna Impedance |
50Ω |
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RF Power |
≤10W |
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Frequency Stability |
±2.5ppm |
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Maximum Frequency Deviation |
Wideband: ≤5kHz; Narrowband: ≤2.5kHz |
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Spurious Radiation |
TX≤7.5uW@-36dBm;RX≤2nW@-57dBm |
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Modulation Method |
Wideband: 16KφF3E;Narrowband: 11 KφF3E |
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Transmitting Current |
≤1500mA |
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Receiving Sensitivity |
Wideband: ≤0. 25uV@-119dBm;Narrowband: ≤0. 282uV@-118dBm |
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Adjacent Channel Selectivity |
≥65dB |
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Intermodulation |
≥60dB |
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Working Voltage |
DC 7.4V |
Finally eliminated dead zones on our 5-square-mile ranch! Before the RT97L Repeater and NR30 radios, we had valleys where comms just died. Now with the 25W power and fiberglass antenna on the hilltop, my herders and I stay connected everywhere. The NR30’s IP67 waterproofing survived a sudden downpour yesterday. Worth every penny!
Construction site supervisor—this bundle paid for itself in one week. We cover 40 acres of active development. Before the RT97L repeater, subs were walking back to the trailer for instructions. Now with NR30s, crane ops, foremen, and concrete crews coordinate in real-time. Progress has never been smoother.
Golf course superintendent here. This bundle is perfect for course maintenance. I mounted the RT97L in the maintenance shed with the included antenna on the roof. My grounds crew uses the NR30s to coordinate mowing, irrigation repairs, and cart fleet management. Coverage across 18 holes is 100% reliable.
Warehouse logistics—the RT97L killed our dead zones. We have a 500,000 sq ft facility with steel racking that ate RF signals alive. The 25W power of the RT97L punches through the aisles, and the NR30’s AI noise reduction handles the forklift beeping. Inventory errors dropped significantly.
Flood rescue operation—this bundle performed flawlessly in pouring rain. Both the RT97L (IP66) and the NR30s (IP67) were soaked for hours. No water ingress, no signal degradation. We maintained comms between boats and command post across 8 miles of river valley. Trust this gear with your life.
Our 40-acre hobby farm is now fully connected. Before the RT97L, I’d drive my UTV back to the house just to ask a question. Now I carry an NR30. Whether I’m in the barn, the orchard, or the back pasture, my wife and I are one button-press away. Marriage saver.
Red Cross volunteer—using this for shelter coordination. We set up the RT97L at a Red Cross shelter and issued NR30 radios to staff. We covered the entire facility and two off-site feeding locations. The full-duplex capability meant no waiting for PTT—crucial when multiple people need to talk at once.
Hurricane Ian taught us the value of backup comms. After that, I bought this bundle. Next storm, we were ready. The RT97L ran for 3 days on a generator. The NR30’s emergency alarm let neighbors signal for help. This isn’t just gear—it’s community resilience.
The Ozark Mountains don‘t stop us anymore. Our farm is full of hills and ditches—old radios were useless. The RT97L repeater with the included fiberglass antenna blasts through the terrain. Using the NR30’s one-key group call, I can rally all my workers instantly. Best investment for our 165-acre operation.
EMT here—this bundle is now in my personal response vehicle. When I’m first on scene in remote areas, I deploy the RT97L on my roof rack. The NR30s go to other responders. We have instant, private, reliable comms while waiting for cellular to catch up.
The NR30’s 2800mAh battery is no joke. I forgot to charge mine after a weekend of use. Monday morning, still 2 bars. I used it intermittently all day Tuesday. Finally charged it Wednesday. For a handheld radio, this battery life is exceptional.
The RT97L runs cool even after hours of mobile use. I was concerned about heat in a confined vehicle cabin. The all-aluminum chassis dissipates heat effectively. Never felt hot to the touch. The NR30s also stay cool during extended transmit. Thermal management is well-engineered.
I installed the RT97L permanently in my Jeep. Using the included car charger and a magnetic mount antenna on the roof, I have a 25W mobile repeater wherever I go. My trail buddies with NR30s can wander up to 10 miles away and still reach me. Ultimate overlanding comms.
Overlanding in Baja—this setup kept our 6-vehicle convoy connected. We mounted the RT97L repeater in the lead truck with a magnetic mount antenna. The NR30 handhelds reached back to the tail gunner over 10 miles of desert washboard. The 2800mAh battery lasted three days of intermittent use.
The NR30’s 2800mAh battery easily lasts my security team a full 12-hour shift. We patrol a large industrial campus. With the RT97L repeater providing area coverage, guards don’t need to return to base to charge mid-shift. The IP67 rating also means rain doesn’t stop patrols.
I run a tree service with 5 crews. This bundle keeps everyone coordinated. The RT97L sits at my shop; crews take NR30s to job sites up to 8 miles away. When I need to reroute a crew or order more wood chips, one call reaches everyone. The simple programming means new hires are on the air in minutes.
Bicycle tour across Montana—we used this as our convoy comms. Support vehicle had the RT97L and mag-mount antenna. Riders carried NR30s in handlebar bags. Even when spread over 15 miles of headwinds and hills, we coordinated food stops and mechanical issues. Essential for long-distance group rides.
Our 20,000-acre ranch is now fully connected. We mounted the RT97L repeater on the highest ridge with a solar panel setup. The NR30 handhelds reach over 15 miles to the farthest pasture. The built-in heater kept it running at -10°F last winter. This bundle is the backbone of our daily operations.
The speaker mic for the RT97L turns it into a base station. I have the repeater in my shop. With the mic on my desk, I can call any worker on the property without a separate radio. The NR30s respond instantly. This 2-in-1 functionality is brilliant.
Ski patroller—this bundle lives in my truck. We set the RT97L at the base lodge with the antenna on the roof. Patrols on the summit, 3,000 feet vertical and 4 miles away, check in with NR30s loud and clear. The cold weather performance is flawless.
Hotel event coordination—this replaced our expensive leased radios. We installed the RT97L repeater in a central utility closet. Banquet staff, engineering, and front desk use NR30s with headsets. One-key group call pages all housekeepers instantly. Three months in, zero downtime.
Hurricane season in Florida means losing power and cell service. Not anymore. I set up the RT97L repeater with a deep-cycle battery and the included antenna. My neighborhood watch team uses the NR30 radios to check on elderly residents and coordinate storm response. This bundle is emergency preparedness gold.
GMRS enthusiast here—the RT97L is a massive upgrade from the RT97S. I had the 4-watt version; the 25W RT97L is like a different league. After duplexer loss, I’m seeing 21-22 watts at the antenna with LMR400 cable. The NR30s hit the repeater from 14 miles away in wooded terrain. Worth the upgrade.
Affordable enough for our small business, powerful enough for our 80-acre facility. We looked at commercial repeaters costing thousands. The RT97L/NR30 bundle gave us 90% of the performance at 50% of the cost. The 3-year warranty sealed the deal. Best ROI this year.
Timber operation in the Pacific Northwest—this bundle handles the worst conditions. The RT97L’s IP66 housing keeps out dust and constant moisture. The NR30’s two-way noise reduction makes chainsaw operators understandable even at full throttle. We’ve reduced safety incidents because everyone can hear the “timber!” call.
The NR30’s two-way AI noise reduction is a game-changer. With heavy machinery running in the background, our old radios were unintelligible. Now, even with tractors and harvesters roaring, the RT97L repeater delivers crystal-clear audio. My team doesn’t have to yell anymore.
Five generations on this ranch—this is the best comms upgrade we’ve ever made. My grandfather used a bell on a pole. My dad had CB. Now we have the RT97L repeater and NR30s. We cover every acre of our 3,000-acre cattle operation. Progress feels good.
The NR30’s IP67 rating is legit. My buddy dropped his radio in a creek while crossing. He fished it out, dried the speaker, and it worked perfectly. Paired with the RT97L repeater on the ridge, we stayed in touch across 14 miles of dense forest during our elk hunt.
I don’t write reviews often, but this bundle deserves one. Our hay farm is 500 acres of flatland—deceptively hard to cover. The RT97L with the included antenna on a 30-foot mast gives us crystal-clear comms everywhere. The NR30s are comfortable to hold, audio is loud. Buy it.
Search and rescue team leader here. The RT97L/NR30 bundle is our new rapid deployment kit. At 7.86 lbs, it’s light enough for one person to pack to a ridge. We got 10 miles of coverage with a simple 10-foot antenna setup. The NR30’s emergency alarm helped locate a lost hiker within 20 minutes.
Looked at Midland, Motorola, and Kenwood. For portable GMRS repeater needs, RT97L is the value king. Midland doesn’t have a comparable all-in-one portable repeater. Motorola costs 4x more. The NR30s are competitive with $200+ handhelds. This bundle is hard to beat.
Volunteer firefighter here—this bundle is now standard in our response vehicle. During a remote wildfire, cell towers went down. We deployed the RT97L repeater on a tripod, and the NR30 handhelds gave us reliable comms across the fire line for 14 hours straight. The 100% duty cycle is no joke.
Programming the RT97L is straightforward with the Retevis software. I set up custom CTCSS/DCS tones—mixed on TX and RX—without any issues. The NR30’s 8 repeater channels synced perfectly. If you’re comfortable with basic PC software, you’ll have this system running in 15 minutes.
From my ranch house to the back forty—clear as a bell. The RT97L sits on my office shelf, antenna on the roof. My foreman carries an NR30. We talk across 600 acres like we’re in the same room. This bundle didn’t just improve our communication—it improved our operation.
The RT97L’s LCD display is easy to read in direct sunlight. I was worried I’d need a magnifying glass, but the backlit design is plenty bright. I programmed the NR30’s 8 repeater channels in under 10 minutes using the included software. This bundle is beginner-friendly but pro-grade.
Dispersed camping in national forests—this is the ultimate basecamp setup. I attached the RT97L’s antenna to my RV ladder and powered the repeater from my house batteries. My kids can hike 5-7 miles away and still check in with the NR30s. No more cell signal anxiety.
I’m a CERT coordinator. We tested the RT97L in a simulated earthquake drill. Setup took under 5 minutes. We established comms between 4 separate staging areas over 12 miles of suburban terrain. The NR30’s one-key group call was perfect for simultaneous evacuation orders. Highly recommend for any emergency team.
This review is from a verified purchaser—and I’d buy it again. Not much else to say. The RT97L repeater works. The NR30 handhelds work. The antenna works. Everything in the box works, and works well. Five stars, no reservations.
Installed the RT97L at our horse ranch—now we cover 300 acres of paddocks and trails. The NR30’s emergency alarm feature gives our riding instructors peace of mind. If a rider falls or gets lost, one long press alerts the whole team. This bundle isn‘t just convenient; it’s a safety net.
If you’re on the fence, buy it. I spent weeks reading forums, watching videos, comparing specs. The consensus was clear: the RT97L/NR30 bundle is the best value in GMRS. I hesitated too long. Don’t be me. Just order it.
The DB-9 interface allowed us to connect a Raspberry Pi for automated emergency alerts. We programmed the RT97L to broadcast weather warnings triggered by NOAA feeds. The NR30 radios receive crystal-clear audio alerts. This turned a great comms system into a smart emergency network.
I’ve owned it for 6 months. Still impressed.
Our Boy Scout troop uses this for Jamboree communications. We deployed the RT97L repeater at the center of camp. The NR30s were issued to patrol leaders. Coverage across 200 acres was flawless. The one-key group call was perfect for meal call and emergency drills. Durable, simple, and effective.
Our vineyard spans multiple valleys—this bundle bridges them all. The RT97L’s 25W power punches through the foliage, and the NR30’s long battery life means pickers don’t run out of juice mid-shift. We’ve reduced miscommunication and increased harvest efficiency by at least 20%.
I’ve recommended this bundle to 3 other farmers. All 3 bought it. Word of mouth is the best review. When my neighbor saw me talking to my son 8 miles away, he ordered one that night. The RT97L/NR30 combo sells itself.
The IP66 weatherproof RT97L has been mounted outside our barn for six months. Rain, snow, dust—it doesn’t care. The included coaxial cable and fiberglass antenna are holding up perfectly. Paired with the IP67 NR30s, this is the most durable communication system I’ve ever owned.
During a multi-day power outage, this bundle kept our community connected. The RT97L’s low power draw (6A at transmit) ran off my portable generator for three days. The NR30’s 2800mAh batteries lasted the whole weekend for most users. When cellular fails, GMRS with this setup is a lifeline.
Solar farm maintenance—this bundle solved our coverage problem. Our array spans 600 acres. Cell reception is spotty due to panel interference. The RT97L with the antenna on the central inverter building covers the entire field. Technicians with NR30s can be anywhere and reach control.
I opened the case to inspect the build quality. All-metal chassis, board mounted directly to the case for heatsinking, rubber gasket for IP66 seal. This is not cheap consumer plastic—it’s engineered for continuous duty. The NR30’s internals look equally robust. Retevis did their homework.
Film location scout—this bundle solved our remote set comms. We were filming in a canyon with no cell service. The RT97L repeater with the included antenna on a light stand gave us 6 miles of coverage between base camp and set. The NR30’s lightweight design meant actors didn’t mind wearing them.
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