VHF MARINE TRANSCEIVER

IC-M73EURO

Slim, Stylish, Powerful VHF with Professional Features

Last Call Voice Recording

The last call voice recording function automatically saves the last incoming call for 1 minute. You can also start recording manually. You will not miss an important call.

Active Noise Cancelling Technology

The built-in bidirectional active noise cancelling reduces background noise to up to 90% and improves both your transmitted voice and incoming call. You will hear better and clearer!

Bass Boost Function

The signal processing technology emphasizes low-pitched sound to provide a rich bass sound for both transmit and receive signals.

700 mW Loud Audio

The IC-M73EURO uses a BTL (bridgetied load) amplifier that doubles the audio output. Its internal speaker delivers a loud 700mW audio output with clear sound.

6 W RF Output Power

The IC-M73EURO's 6 Watts*1 of transmit power will provide extended communication range for the user. A large capacity Lithium-Ion battery, BP-245H allows for 17 hours of operation, under normal conditions*2.

*1 1W for FRG version, 5 W for AUS version.
*2 Typical operation with 5:5:90 duty ratio. 20 hours for basic version.

IPX8 Advanced Waterproofing

The IC-M73EURO continues to offer Icom's best waterproof protection. The radio has been tested to survive after being submersed in 1.5 m (4.9 ft) depth of water for 30 minutes.

Slim, Hourglass Body Wide Viewing Angle LCD

The IC-M73EURO has a stylish, ergonomic design. A durable and rugged body provides for user-friendly operation and long life. A wide viewing angle, high intensity LCD offers bright, easy to read characters.

Additional features

・    AquaQuake™ water draining function
・    Dual/Tri-Watch function* for monitoring Channel 16 and/or call channel
・    4 level battery indicator
・    Favorite channel and tag scan functions
・    Optional waterproof speaker-microphones, HM-167 and HM-202
・    Rapid charger BC-210 supplied
・    Auto power save function
・    Basic version (no voice recorder, no noise canceller and no bass boost function) available for limited markets.
・    Supports 4-digit channels
* Not available in the HOL version.

IC-M73EURO IC-M73EURO
AUS version
Frequency range Tx 156.000–161.450 MHz 156.025–157.425 MHz
Rx 156.000–163.425 MHz 156.300–162.025 MHz
Dimensions (W×H×D)
(Projections not included)
52.5×125×30 mm
Weight (approx.) 320 g
(With BP-245H, FA-S64V, MB-103)
Current drain Tx 1.5 A
(6 W output)
1.4 A
(5 W output)
Rx Max. audio
(Int SP/Ext SP)
450 mA/250 mA
Sensitivity (at 20 dB SINAD) −4 dBμ emf typ. −5 dBμ emf typ.
Intermodulation 68 dB typ. 65 dB
Audio output power
(at 10% distortion, 8 Ω load)
700 mW typ. (Internal SP@ 1 kHz)
200 mW typ. (External SP)
Output power (Hi/Mid/Low) 6/3/1 W
1/0.5 W (FRG version)
5/3/1 W

Applicable U.S. Military Specifications

Icom makes rugged products that have been tested to and passed the following MIL-STD requirements and strict environmental standards.

Standard MIL-810 G
Method, Proc.
Low Pressure Storage 500.5 I
Low Pressure Operation 500.5 II
High Temperature Storage 501.5 I
High Temperature Operation 501.5 II
Low Temperature Storage 502.5 I
Low Temperature Operation 502.5 II
Temperature Shock 503.5 I-C
Solar Radiation 505.5 I
Rain Blowing 506.5 I
Rain Drip 506.5 III
Humidity 507.5 II
Salt Fog 509.5
Dust Blowing 510.5 I
Water Immersion 512.5 I
Vibration 514.6 I
Shock Functional 516.6 I
Shock Transit Drop 516.6 IV

Also meets equicalent MIL-STD-810-C, -D, -E and -F.

Applicable IP Rating

Ingress Protection Standard
Water IPX8 (Waterproof protection)


All stated specifications are subject to change without notice or obligation.

Supplied Accessories

  • Cigarette lighter cable, CP-25H*
  • AC adapter, BC-123SE or BC-242*
  • Rapid charger, BC-210
  • Battery pack, BP-245H
  • Belt clip, MB-103
  • Antenna, FA-S59V or FA-S64V*
  • Hand strap

* Not supplied or may differ depending on version.

Catalogs / Brochures

Brochures Name Size
IC-M73EURO 438KB
Marine Products 20.67MB