STANDARD HORIZON
STANDARD HORIZON HX210Floating two-way radio
Compact floating marine VHF radio with 6 W output, IPX8 waterproofing to 1.5 m for 30 minutes, automatic emergency strobe, and 1800 mAh Li-Ion battery
- IPX8 submersible to 1.5 m for 30 minutes
- Automatic emergency strobe activates if dropped in water
- Selectable 6 W, 2.5 W or 1 W transmit power
- High-resolution dot-matrix LCD with bright backlight
- 1800 mAh Li-Ion battery with 3-hour rapid charger
Compact marine VHF radio
The Standard Horizon HX210 is a 6W handheld VHF built for small-boat and personal watercraft use. It covers all USA, International and Canadian marine channels plus FM broadcast from 76 to 108 MHz. A high-resolution dot-matrix LCD and an E2O menu system keep operation simple. The radio floats face-up if dropped overboard.
Sustained transmit and battery life
Selectable output at 6W, 2.5W and 1W lets the user balance range against battery drain during long days on the water. The 1850 mAh Li-Ion pack powers extended receive periods, while the supplied desktop charger restores full capacity in roughly 3 hours. IPX8 rating means the unit survives immersion at 1.5 m for 30 minutes without leakage.
Upgrade path and limits
The HX210 replaces older fixed-mount or non-floating handheld sets where space is tight and a floating safety feature matters. The automatic strobe activates even when the radio is off, aiding recovery in low light. Buyers who need DSC calling, integrated GPS or a larger fixed-mount antenna connection should look elsewhere.
Highlights
- IPX8 submersible to 1.5 m for 30 minutes
- Automatic emergency strobe activates if dropped in water
- Selectable 6 W, 2.5 W or 1 W transmit power
- High-resolution dot-matrix LCD with bright backlight
- 1800 mAh Li-Ion battery with 3-hour rapid charger
Specifications
| Brand | Standard Horizon |
|---|
Questions about this item
How much heat or noise does the 6 W transmit setting produce during all-day use?
The radio has no fan and runs silently; only the speaker and backlight generate noticeable warmth at the 6 W setting.
What antenna or licence must I already have for the HX210 to operate legally?
The unit includes a built-in antenna; you only need a valid Ship Portable Radio Licence (or equivalent) to transmit on marine VHF channels.
Will the HX210 float and activate its strobe if dropped alongside my older fixed-mount VHF?
Yes — the IPX8-rated case floats face-up and the emergency strobe activates automatically even when the radio is switched off.
Also in this aisle
People compared these
Same shelf, same checkout — eight coins and a 30-minute rate lock.
Sony ZX Series MDR-ZX110AP Wired On-Ear Headphones White 30mm 3.5mm
- Headphone
usbroway 10-pack VHF Antenna 136-174MHz for Motorola HT1000 MTS2000 XTS2500 XTS3000 XTS3500
- Two-way Radio



