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Johnson Messenger III (242-143 and 242-150)

Type: Citizen Band Transceiver
Frequency Range: 26.965-27.255 MHz
Channels: 23
Modes: AM
Frequency Steps: 11 (Version 242-150)
12 (Version 242-143)
Power Output: ~3.5 W (5 W input)
Voltage: 13.8 VDC
Current Drain: RX: Max 200 mA (Squelched)
TX: Max 700 mA
Dimensions (W*H*D): 6.19 x 2.19 x 8.75 inches
Weight: 5 lbs
Manufactured: USA: 1964-1970 (Discontinued)
Other: 2x Crystals per channel
Related Documents: Service Manual (28.1 MB)