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Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio

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★★★★☆
4.5

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★★★★☆
3.9

$134.99 - $208.87

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Pros

  • Easy to use (19)
  • Rugged (16)
  • Clear signal (14)
  • Lightweight (7)
  • Good range (6)
  • Good reception (6)
  • Dependable (1)
  • Durable (1)
  • Easy to modify (1)
  • Front mic plug (1)
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Cons

  • Short range (4)
  • Fcc interferrence (1)
  • Good range (1)
  • Poor quality (1)
  • Poor reception (1)
  • Pots on radio lightweight (1)

Best Uses

  • Emergencies (12)
  • Families (9)
  • Camping (8)
  • Road travel (5)
  • Hiking (4)
  • Off roading (2)
  • Great as a base station (1)
  • Hunting (1)
  • I own a cb shop (1)
  • Rag chewing (1)
 
 
 

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Last update: Sep 20, 2009

Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Reviews

 
 
 

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[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

 
★★★★★
5.0
Very Satisfied

"We make a point to keep within the rules and regs. All of our radios are now and always have been turnkey and no linears. The range on this radio, because it is SSB is far superior to the old AM sets we had. My wife and I use CB when we are in town as an intercom between the house and car. On the road they're great for information. I have a daily 40 mile round trip commute to and from work. The old AM sets..." Read Full Review »

Aug 26, 2009 by Jim

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★☆☆☆☆
1.0
China made 148 GTL Junk!

"The China Made 148 GTL is not nearly the radio as the earlier models. After working on these, I have found the pots in the radio are lightweight, and wear out quickly. Also, The Phase lock loop voltage supply is prone to Failure. Cobra had the design correct in the early 80's. But now since they changed it, the performance is extremely poor compared to the earlier models. Its an over priced piece of junk, and no..." Read Full Review »

Jan 20, 2008 by HIllbilly's CB SHop

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Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Review

Very Satisfied

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Easy To Use
  • Good Range
  • Good Reception
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Emergencies
  • Road Travel
 

"We make a point to keep within the rules and regs. All of our radios are now and always have been turnkey and no linears. The range on this radio, because it is SSB is far superior to the old AM sets we had. My wife and I use CB when we are in town as an intercom between the house and car. On th …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 26 2009
Jim
Tucson, AZ
I am:
  • Commuter
  • Gearhead
  • Practical
Reviewed at:
Price: $154.99
 
 

[4 of 4 customers found this review helpful]

Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Review

Probably the best CB radio available.

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Signal
  • Easy To Use
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Rag chewing
 

"I've been playing with CB and ham radios for more than 30 years. I have owned everything from the classic Browning Golden Eagle Mark III to a Kenwood TS-850sat to 1 channel 100 milliwatt walkie talkies. The receiver on the re-issued Cobra 148 GTL is quieter on sideband than my Kenwood TS-850s, and …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Aug 20 2007
Night Ranger
South Carolina, USA
I am:
  • HamCB enthusiast
Reviewed at:
Price: $154.99
 
 

Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Review

Cobra 148 gtl cb radio

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Signal
  • Easy To Use
  • Lightweight
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Camping
  • Emergencies
  • Families
  • Hiking
 

"This radio is one for the books. I have had this radio in the box unopened for at least a year due to a busy schedule. I the mean time I realy searched info on this product and followed pro advice and instruction. I have a wilson 500 hundered mag mount antenna properly grounded to my suv and had i …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Jan 11 2009
blue steel
Raleigh, North Carolina
I am:
  • Avid Adventurer
Reviewed at:
Price: $154.99
 
 

[1 of 1 customers found this review helpful]

Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Review

Best Cobra/Uniden CB/SSB radio

★★★★★
5.0

    Pros

  • Clear Signal
  • dependable
  • Easy to modify
  • Easy To Use
  • Rugged

    Cons

  • None

    Best Uses

  • Camping
  • Emergencies
  • Families
  • Great as a base station
 

"I have used the 148 for years. I have 3 one was purchased just before its release (paid order). second one was bought about 18 years ago and the last one about 10 years ago it was the export version. I have enjoyed the use of the radios over the years and the only problem i have had was when i trust …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line Yes, I would recommend this to a friend
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Dec 27 2008
Screwball
Hot Springs Ar. & from Louisville Ms.
I am:
  • Casual Adventurer
Reviewed at:
Price: $154.99
 
 

[2 of 2 customers found this review helpful]

Cobra Electronics COBRA 148 GTL 40-Channel Classic CB Radio Review

China made 148 GTL Junk!

★☆☆☆☆
1.0

    Pros

  • Front Mic Plug

    Cons

  • Pots on radio lightweight

    Best Uses

  • I own a CB shop
 

"The China Made 148 GTL is not nearly the radio as the earlier models. After working on these, I have found the pots in the radio are lightweight, and wear out quickly. Also, The Phase lock loop voltage supply is prone to Failure. Cobra had the design correct in the early 80's. But now since they cha …"  Read Full Review »

Bottom Line No, I would not recommend this to a friend
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Jan 20 2008
HIllbilly's CB SHop
Springfield Mo
I am:
  • Professional Guide
Reviewed at:
Price: $154.99
 
 
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