Icom's range spans further than most brands we stock: marine VHF and MF/HF, commercial land radios in analogue and digital, aviation, UHF CB, a scanner, licence-free Wi-Fi radio and network infrastructure. Japanese-engineered and built for hard use, it's also easy to get lost in. This guide sorts the range by what actually matters, marine or land, handheld or fixed, analogue or digital, so you can land on the right model without wading through spec sheets.
01
Marine, land or aviation?
Marine, land mobile and airband radios use different bands and certification. They're not interchangeable.
02
Handheld, or fixed-mount?
Handhelds go with the person or in a tender. Fixed-mount units wire into a vehicle or vessel for more power and range.
03
Analogue, or digital?
On Icom land radios these are different model numbers, not a setting. F1000/F2000 are analogue, the D models are digital.
04
Which safety features?
DSC, AIS and GPS turn a marine radio into a safety system. Not every model carries all three.
Marine VHF Handhelds
Portable marine VHF, from a straightforward backup radio to a handheld safety hub with built-in AIS.
Marine VHFLand VHFLand UHFMF/HF
| Model | Power | DSC / AIS / GPS | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-M25 | 5W | None | Compact backup or tender radio | from $501.40 |
| IC-M37 / IC-M37E | 6W | None | Rugged, noise-cancelling voice handheld that floats | from $596.00 |
| IC-M73 | 6W | None | Premium build for serious voice-only use | from $770.50 |
| IC-M85E | Compact | None | Marine VHF and PBR (private business radio) in one handheld | from $1,063.75 |
| IC-M94DE / IC-M94D | 6W | DSC, AIS and GPS | A full safety hub in a handheld | from $991.30 |
DSC and AIS are what make it a safety system: DSC sends a one-touch distress alert with your vessel's identity and, with GPS, your position. AIS gives you a live picture of nearby traffic. The IC-M94D and IC-M94DE are the only handhelds here carrying both, the rest are tough voice radios without that safety layer.
Marine Fixed-Mount, Black Box & MF/HF
Vessel-mounted radios, from a simple 25W set to black box systems with multiple helm stations and long-range MF/HF for offshore work.
| Model | Type | Standout | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-M200 | Fixed mount, 25W | Compact, straightforward fixed VHF | Simple, dependable onboard voice | from $483.00 |
| IC-M330GE / IC-M423G | Fixed mount | Built-in GPS | Position data without a separate chartplotter link | from $726.80 |
| IC-M410BB / IC-M510BB | Black box | Hidden main unit, remote CommandMic handset, up to 3 handsets on the M510BB | Tight helms, multiple stations | from $1,597.35 |
| IC-M510E EVO | Premium fixed mount | GPS and DSC, no AIS receiver | Commercial and offshore boaties wanting a full comms hub | from $1,834.00 |
| IC-M605 EURO | Premium fixed mount | GPS, DSC, AIS receive, IPX8 | Serious offshore and commercial vessels | from $2,340.25 |
| IC-M710 / IC-M804 | MF/HF SSB | Long-range communication beyond VHF | Offshore passages needing global range | from $3,828.35 |
The antenna matters more than the radio: mounting height and placement, clear of masts, radar arches and big metal fittings, decides your real-world range far more than which model you pick. Run dedicated cabling with an in-line fuse straight to the battery, and keep every connection corrosion-free.
Land Portables: Analogue
Straightforward, waterproof analogue handhelds for teams that don't need digital's extra capacity.
F1000/F2000 aren't the digital versions: despite the similar names, these are analogue-only. For digital you need the F1100D or F2100D below, a different radio, not a firmware upgrade.
Land Portables: Digital (IDAS)
Icom's IDAS digital platform, built on NXDN, with clearer audio to the edge of coverage and mixed-mode operation for staged upgrades.
| Model | Band | Standout | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-F1100D / F1100DS | VHF | IDAS digital, IP67, 1500mW audio, 16 or 128 channels | Agriculture, forestry, open country | from $1,079.85 |
| IC-F2100D / F2100DS | UHF | IDAS digital, IP67, big audio in a small radio, 16 or 128 channels | Construction, warehouses, buildings | from $1,079.85 |
| IC-F3400D | VHF | Professional-grade digital, half or full keypad | Demanding sites needing full menu and data features | from $1,738.80 |
| IC-F4400D | UHF | Professional-grade digital, half or full keypad | Demanding sites needing full menu and data features | from $1,738.80 |
| IC-F52D | VHF | Slim, waterproof, digital and analogue | Transport and manufacturing wanting a compact digital radio | from $1,779.05 |
| IC-F62D | UHF | Slim, waterproof, digital and analogue | The same compact platform on UHF | from $1,779.05 |
What digital actually changes: clearer audio right to the edge of coverage instead of creeping static, better battery efficiency, and encryption that analogue can't offer. Most Icom digital radios run in mixed mode, so you can migrate a fleet in stages.
Land Vehicle Radios
Fleet mobiles on vehicle power, for a bigger speaker, external antenna and more range than a handheld.
| Tier | Mode | VHF | UHF | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Entry | Analogue | IC-F5023 | IC-F6023 | from $1,028.10 |
| Compact | Digital | IC-F5130D | IC-F6130D | from $1,174.15 |
| Standard | Digital, more channels and zones | IC-F5330D | IC-F6330D | from $1,907.85 |
| Premium | Digital, full feature set | IC-F5400D | IC-F6400D | from $1,996.40 |
| Long range | HF | IC-F8101 HF mobile, for distances beyond VHF and UHF | from $6,756.25 | |
An easy rule for the model numbers: on Icom land mobiles, the F5000 numbers are VHF and the F6000 numbers are UHF. When line-of-sight range isn't enough for remote work, the IC-F8101 HF radio covers the distance.
Aviation, UHF CB, Wi-Fi Radio & Infrastructure
Airband radios, a UHF CB handheld, licence-free Wi-Fi radio, a scanner, and the repeater that extends a VHF network.
| Model | Category | Standout | Best For | Price |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| IC-A25CE / IC-A25NE | Airband handheld | GPS and emergency key; the NE adds Bluetooth and VOR navigation | Pilots needing a portable airband radio | from $879.75 |
| IC-A120E | Airband mobile | 36W VHF airband, noise cancelling, Bluetooth | Ground crews and fixed aviation installs | from $2,641.55 |
| IC-41PRO | UHF CB | Waterproof, 5W selectable, 80 channels | Licence-free UHF CB users | from $526.70 |
| IP110H / IP Advanced | Wi-Fi radio system | Licence-free radio over your own Wi-Fi network, IP67 handheld | Malls, warehouses, tunnels and large buildings | from $1,121.25 |
| IC-R6 | Scanner | Pocket-sized wideband receiver | Monitoring a wide range of frequencies | from $480.70 |
| IC-FR5300 | Repeater | Digital VHF repeater | Extending coverage on a professional VHF network | from $4,403.35 |
Wi-Fi radio is a different animal: the IP110H talks over your own Wi-Fi network rather than radio spectrum, so there's no licence to arrange and coverage follows your access points. The IP Advanced system page explains the controller and setup, and it's quoted per site.
Why Order Icom Through MSL
Icom's land, marine and aviation radios come in a lot of bands and configurations. We help you pick the right model for your licensed frequencies and operation, then program it to your channel plan in our Mount Maunganui workshop before it goes out.
We install directly across the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupō and Waikato. Outside that area, we coordinate with trusted installers nationwide, or supply a fully configured radio if you'd rather arrange your own fit-out.
We're brand-independent. We stock and support Icom alongside Tait, GME, Hytera and Motorola, so our recommendation is built around what suits your operation, not what's easiest to sell.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need a licence for my Icom radio in New Zealand?
It depends on the radio. The IC-41PRO UHF CB runs under the free general user licence, and the IP110H uses your Wi-Fi network, so neither needs an application. Commercial land radios need a licence from Radio Spectrum Management, and marine VHF users need an operator certificate, plus an MMSI for DSC. We can manage licensing and programming for you.
Should I choose VHF or UHF?
Choose the band your licence and existing radios use. For a new system, VHF travels further across open country, which suits farming, forestry and marine work. UHF gets through buildings, concrete and dense bush better, which is why it's the standard for construction sites and warehouses.
Which Icom land radios are digital?
The digital models are the F1100D, F2100D, F3400D, F4400D, F52D and F62D portables, and the F5130D/F6130D, F5330D/F6330D and F5400D/F6400D mobiles, all on Icom's IDAS platform. The F1000 and F2000 portables and F5023/F6023 mobiles are analogue only.
Which Icom marine radio do I need for AIS and DSC?
For a handheld with DSC, AIS and GPS, choose the IC-M94D or IC-M94DE. For a fixed mount with AIS receive, the IC-M605 EURO is the pick. Tell us about your vessel and we'll confirm the right radio for your safety requirements.
Do you supply Icom radios for offshore or long-range use?
Yes. For vessels beyond VHF range we supply the IC-M710 and IC-M804 MF/HF marine radios, and for land-based long range, the IC-F8101 HF mobile.
Do you install Icom radios outside the Bay of Plenty?
Yes. We install directly within the Bay of Plenty, Coromandel, Rotorua, Taupō and Waikato. Elsewhere in New Zealand, we coordinate with trusted installers in your region, or supply a configured radio for your own installer to fit.
Not sure which one fits?
Tell us the job, the vessel or the site, and we'll match the Icom model to it.
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Icom IC‑F52D VHF Digital Portable Radio – Compact, Rugged
$1,779.05 NZD
($1,547.00 exc GST)
Icom IC‑F62D UHF Digital/Analog Two-Way Radio
$1,779.05 NZD
($1,547.00 exc GST)
Icom IC-F1100D 16 Channel VHF Digital Radio
$1,079.85 NZD
($939.00 exc GST)
Icom IC-F2100D 16 Channel Digital UHF Radio
$1,079.85 NZD
($939.00 exc GST)
Icom IC‑F4400D Digital UHF Portable Radio – Intelligent, Rugged, Secure
From $1,738.80 NZD
($1,512.00 exc GST)
Icom IC-F5130D – Compact VHF Digital Mobile Radio
$1,174.15 NZD
($1,021.00 exc GST)
Icom IC-M37E VHF Marine Handheld
$626.75 NZD
($545.00 exc GST)
Icom IC-M330GE Marine VHF Radio with GPS
$726.80 NZD
($632.00 exc GST)