Military Radio Range Calculator
Calculate effective communication range from transmitter power, antenna specifications, frequency, and terrain for tactical radio planning.
Inputs
dBm
dBi
dBm
MHz
m
m
Results
Effective Range
6.99 km
Effective Range4.34 mi
Line-of-Sight Range11.65 km
Free Space Range4,486.51 km
Link Budget149 dB
Link Margin56.1 dB
How to Use This Calculator
- Enter transmitter power (watts) and antenna gain (dBi) for the radio being used.
- Set receiver sensitivity (dBm) from the radio specification sheet.
- Enter frequency (MHz) and antenna heights for both stations.
- Select terrain type to apply propagation loss adjustments.
- Review the calculated radio range (km) to plan radio relay positions and communications architecture.
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