President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio (TXUS600) | New
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Overview of President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio (TXUS600) | New
The President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio (TXUS600) is a high‑performance mobile CB designed for operators seeking more than just AM communication. It is a favorite among experienced highway travelers, off-roaders and hobbyists because of its full-featured AM and SSB (USB/LSB) modes, which provide much better range, cleaner audio and better DX capabilities than ordinary AM-only rigs. Professional-grade control in a small, dash-friendly form factor that fits the majority of contemporary trucks and 4x4 builds is provided by its sturdy chassis, simple front-panel controls and clear multifunction display. The President MCKINLEY blends traditional single sideband functionality with contemporary features like automatic squelch, sophisticated noise reduction and quick access to priority and emergency channels. When used with a tuned antenna system and favorable conditions, SSB (USB/LSB) allows you to talk farther with the same authorized 12 W PEP power by concentrating RF energy into a narrower slice of bandwidth. While controls for RF gain, mic gain, clarifier (fine-tuning SSB) and configurable filters let you pluck weak stations out of the noise, the front-facing speaker and crisp, lighted display offer outstanding visibility and audio clarity in loud cabs. The MCKINLEY is a significant improvement over entry-level 40-channel radios, whether you're traveling long distances or exploring isolated paths.
Key Features of President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio
• Full‑featured AM and SSB (USB/LSB) CB operation, providing both local AM coverage and long‑range sideband capability.
• 40‑channel CB coverage on the standard U.S. band, with clear channel readout and mode indicators on a backlit multi‑function display.
• Clarifier / fine‑tune control for precise SSB audio alignment, helping you lock onto distant stations and weak signals.
• Advanced noise reduction tools such as ANL, NB and hi‑cut audio to reduce ignition noise, static and high‑frequency hiss.
• Automatic and manual squelch (including ASC on many versions) to keep the speaker quiet until real signals break through.
• Front‑firing internal speaker and external speaker jack for louder audio in noisy trucks or off‑road rigs.
• Quick access emergency / priority channels (often CH9/CH19) so you can jump to road and emergency traffic instantly.
• Rugged microphone with channel up/down and solid coiled cord for comfortable use while driving.
• 12 V mobile power input for standard negative‑ground vehicles with fused power cable and included mounting hardware.
Benefits of President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio
🗹 Significantly increased effective range that SSB capability and fine‑tuning clarify distant stations that AM radios may barely hear, ideal for wide‑area highway and overland communication.
🗹 Cleaner, more intelligible audio that noise‑reduction features and clarifier control help you cut through static and QRM, delivering clearer listening and less fatigue on long drives.
🗹 Better situational awareness and safety that reliable, long‑range communication helps you get advance notice of hazards, traffic and weather conditions from other operators.
🗹 Flexible enough for work and hobby use that equally suitable for professional drivers, off‑road clubs and CB enthusiasts who want to experiment with propagation and DX.
🗹 Built to survive real‑world conditions that rugged chassis, front speaker and sensible control layout make the MCKINLEY a durable choice for daily use in harsh mobile environments.
Specifications
Specifications for President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio (TXUS600) | New
| Manufacturer | President |
| Manufacturer Part Number | TXUS600 |
| Product Name | President MCKINLEY AM/SSB CB Radio |
| Product Type | Radio |
| Radio type | Mobile CB transceiver, AM & SSB (USB/LSB) |
| CB channels | 40 CB channels (FCC) |
| Weather channels | 7 NOAA weather channels |
| CB frequency range | 26.965 – 27.405 MHz (40 channels) |
| Weather frequency range | 162.400 – 162.550 MHz (7 channels) |
| Modulation modes | AM, USB, LSB |
| Carrier output power | 4 W AM, 12 W PEP SSB |
| Frequency tolerance | ± 200 Hz |
| Power supply | 13.8 V DC / 27.6 V DC (12 V or 24 V vehicle systems) |
| Antenna connector / impedance | SO‑239, 50 Ω |
| DIN mountable | Yes – DIN size chassis |
| Dimensions (W × D × H) | 6.69 × 5.91 × 2.05 in (170 × 150 × 52 mm) |
| Weight | ≈ 2.20 lb (≈ 1.0 kg) |
| Display | Multi‑function LCD with backlight, S‑meter, channel & status icons |
| S‑meter | Digital S/RF meter |
| Controls | Volume/ON‑OFF, manual squelch, ASC, RF gain, mic gain, clarifier, channel rotary, F‑function key |
| Squelch | Manual squelch + ASC (Automatic Squelch Control) |
| Audio / noise filters | ANL, NB, HI‑CUT audio filter |
| Scan functions | Channel scan, memory scan, dual watch |
| Memory channels | 3 programmable memories |
| Priority / preset channels | Preset CH 9/19 keys |
| Talkback | Yes (adjustable) |
| Tone control | Yes (audio tone function) |
| Weather features | Weather channels + Weather Alert |
| Time‑Out Timer (TOT) | Yes |
| Beep / key lock | Key beep on/off, key lock function |
| Microphone | Ultra‑light electret mic, 6‑pin front plug, up/down channel buttons |
| Speaker | Front‑firing internal loudspeaker |
| External speaker jack | Yes (3.5 mm) |
| PA output | Yes – external PA speaker jack |
| Transmission interference | < −60 dBc |
| Audio response (TX) | 300 Hz – 3 kHz |
| Adjacent channel emitted power | < 20 µW |
| Microphone sensitivity | 3 mV |
| TX current drain | ≈ 2 A with modulation |
| RX sensitivity (10 dB S+N/N) | 0.6 µV (‑111 dBm) |
| RX frequency response | 300 Hz – 3 kHz |
| Adjacent channel selectivity | > 60 dB |
| Maximum audio output power | 2 W |
| Squelch sensitivity | Min 0.2 µV (‑120 dBm), Max 1 mV (‑47 dBm) |
| Image rejection | 60 dB |
| IF rejection | 70 dB |
| RX current drain | ≈ 300 mA nominal / 1000 mA max |
| Included accessories | Radio, ultra‑light electret microphone with bracket, mounting cradle, screws, power cord |