Uniden Bearcat 980SSB CB Radio
Uniden Bearcat 980SSB — 40-Channel CB Radio with AM/SSB
The Uniden Bearcat 980SSB is the go-to mobile CB radio for operators who want more range and more control than a standard AM-only unit. With full AM and Single Sideband (SSB) capability, a color-customizable display, and a refined front-panel layout, the 980SSB is built for serious communicators who spend real time on the road.
More Range with Single Sideband
SSB operation cuts carrier and one sideband, concentrating all your transmit power into the signal — effectively tripling your communication range over standard AM in ideal conditions. Switch between Upper Sideband (USB) and Lower Sideband (LSB) on the fly to find the clearest channel. When you just need standard CB, AM mode is always a button away.
Key Features
- 40 AM + SSB Channels — Upper and lower sideband on all 40 CB channels
- 4-Watt AM / 12-Watt PEP SSB Output — Maximum legal power in both modes
- Color-Customizable Backlit Display — Choose from multiple backlight colors to match your dash
- RF Gain & Squelch Controls — Fine-tune incoming signal for clean, noise-free receive
- Automatic Noise Limiter (ANL) & NB Filter — Suppress ignition noise and electrical interference
- SWR Meter — Built-in antenna tuning to optimize performance and protect your finals
- PA/CB Switch — Public address capability with an external horn speaker
- Talkback — Monitor your transmitted audio through the speaker
- Hi-Cut Filter — Smooth out high-frequency distortion on receive
- NOAA Weather Alert — Instant access to local weather broadcasts
- External Speaker Jack — Connect a dedicated speaker for louder, clearer audio
- Mic Gain Control — Adjust transmit audio level for clean, punchy modulation
Driver-Friendly Design
The 980SSB's front panel puts every control where your hand expects it. The large, color-adjustable display is easy to read at highway speed, and the compact chassis mounts cleanly under the dash or on a console bracket. No menus to navigate, no distractions — just clear communication when you need it.
What's in the Box
- Uniden Bearcat 980SSB CB Radio
- Noise-canceling CB microphone
- DC power cord
- Mounting hardware and bracket
- Owner's manual
Specifications
- Channels: 40 AM/SSB CB
- TX Power: 4W (AM) / 12W PEP (SSB)
- Frequency Range: 26.965 – 27.405 MHz
- Impedance: 50 Ohms
- Mic Connector: 4-pin
- Power Requirement: 12V DC (vehicle)
- Weight: 10 lbs
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