📊 Frequency Reference
Whether you’re looking for the factory defaults or want to match your radio to standard FRS walkie-talkies, these charts have the information you need.
Section Guide
1. Default Factory Channels
The 16 frequencies that come pre-programmed on most BaoFeng/Arcshell radios. (Warning: Most are illegal to use!)
2. FRS/GMRS Chart
Standard frequency list for consumer “walkie-talkies” used in the USA.
3. Amateur Radio Bands
Legal UHF frequencies for licensed Ham operators (70cm band).
Pro Tip: Narrow vs. Wide
Most modern consumer radios (FRS/PMR446) use Narrowband FM (NFM). When programming your radio in CHIRP, set the Mode to NFM for better compatibility and clearer audio when talking to other brands.