Icom IC-M85UL 5W Intrinsically Safe VHF Radio

The Icom IC-M85UL Intrinsically Safe, Ultra Compact Handheld VHF Marine Radio is the smallest, lightest, toughest radio on the market, built to withstand hazardous and inhospitable environments at sea and on land. Built to MIL-STD 810 standards with an IP67 waterproof rating, it protects the radio even if dropped in the water, and its 100 programmable land mobile channels make it a favorite among yacht and commercial customers.

A user-friendly display shows icons and indicators for transmit power, VOX on/off, battery status, scan, weather channel, and more, paired with a continuous 20-position rotary selector and a tilted on/off volume knob for easy access. For emergencies, the IC-M85UL includes MOB Alarm, Man Down, and Lone Worker functions that automatically trigger an emergency alarm when activated. Beyond VHF marine channels, it also covers 136-174MHz land mobile frequencies with up to 100 programmable channels at 2W output power, each supporting CTCSS and DTCS tones (proper licensing required for land mobile use). Built to withstand the elements, this submersible intrinsically safe version is perfect for commercial customers working in harsh environments: paired with the BP292UL battery and HM184UL microphone, it meets ANSI/TIA-4950-A and ANSI/UL 121201 requirements for Class I Division 1 Groups C/D, Class II Division 1 Groups E/F/G, Class III T3C, and Class I Division 2 Groups A/B/C/D non-incendive ratings. Browse more in our marine electronics category.

Key Features: 5/3/1W marine output (2/1W land mobile), intrinsically safe (ANSI/TIA-4950-A, ANSI/UL 121201), IP67 waterproof, MIL-STD 810 durability, 100 programmable land mobile channels, MOB Alarm/Man Down/Lone Worker functions, AquaQuake, dual/tri-watch, weather channel.

Frequently Asked Questions

What hazardous locations is this radio rated for? With the BP292UL battery and HM184UL microphone, it meets ANSI/TIA-4950-A and ANSI/UL 121201 requirements for Class I Division 1 Groups C/D, Class II Division 1 Groups E/F/G, Class III T3C, and Class I Division 2 non-incendive ratings.

Does this version include the built-in voice scrambler? No, the IC-M85UL does not include the built-in voice scrambler that comes on the standard IC-M85.

Can I use this radio for land mobile communications? Yes, it covers 136-174MHz land mobile frequencies with up to 100 programmable channels at 2W, though proper licensing is required to operate on those frequencies.