Uniden BearTracker 885 CB Radio and Digital Scanner
- CB radio plus scanner in one unit
- 40 CB channels
- 4 watts CB power
- 25 MHz to 1.3 GHz frequency range
- Digital TrunkTracking for police, fire, ambulance and DOT
- BearTracker Warning System alerts
- 7-color display
- 12 volt power, not water resistant
Updated 25 days ago · Based on the Amazon listing and published specifications, not hands-on testing.
A capable single-box choice for anyone who wants CB conversation and public safety scanning from one radio. The listing leaves out the antenna, mounting hardware and warranty terms, so confirm those before buying.
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ASIN: B07YQM9XJFModel: Beartracker 885Category: Radio Scanners
Overview
Uniden combines a full-featured CB radio and a digital trunking scanner in the Beartracker, so one radio both talks on CB and listens to police, fire, ambulance and DOT traffic. BearTracker warning alerts and an emergency alarm sit on top of that, shown on a multi-color display.
Two radios in one housing is the core reason to buy it: CB chatter and trunked public safety listening share a single unit and one power feed. What the listing does not cover matters, since antenna, mount and warranty details are all missing.
Who it's for
Suited to a setup where one radio should handle CB conversation and trunked public safety listening together. Someone needing a weatherproof radio or a pocket scanner should look elsewhere.
Pros and cons
- CB radio and trunking scanner in one unit
- Wide 25 MHz to 1.3 GHz coverage
- Digital trunking for police, fire and DOT
- BearTracker warning system alerts
- Not water resistant
- Antenna and mounting hardware not listed
- Warranty details only on Uniden's website
- Needs a 12 volt power source
Performance notes
Reception across the scanner range depends on the antenna paired with it and where that antenna is mounted, neither of which the listing covers. Digital TrunkTracking lets the scanner follow trunked public safety systems, while CB reach is set by the transmit power and the antenna setup.
Specifications
| Brand | Uniden |
|---|---|
| Model | Beartracker 885 |
| Dimensions & fit | |
| Item weight | 5 pounds |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 3.6 × 8.6 × 15.1 inches |
| Capacity & performance | |
| Frequency Range | 25 MHz |
| Power & efficiency | |
| Transmit power | 4 watts |
| Voltage | 12 volts |
| Other details | |
| Tuner Type | UHF |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Display Type | 7-color display |
| BuiltIn Media | 1 Scanner |
Frequently asked questions
How should the Uniden Beartracker 885 be protected and powered?
Shield it from rain and spray, since the listing rates it not water resistant, and run it from a 12 volt supply, the voltage given in the specs.
Can the Uniden Beartracker 885 transmit, or does it only listen?
Both. The CB side is a 40-channel CB radio with 4 watts of power, so it can talk, while the scanner side listens to digital trunked police, fire, ambulance and DOT traffic.
Does the Beartracker 885 come with an antenna or mounting bracket?
The listing names only one scanner in the box. No antenna, microphone or mounting hardware is listed, so confirm what is included with the seller before ordering.
What are BearTracker alerts on the Uniden Beartracker 885?
The listing names a BearTracker Warning System with alerts but does not explain how they are triggered, so check Uniden's documentation for the details.