CB'S & RADIOS

CB & Radios For Peterbilt Trucks

Citizens Band radio has been a staple of the trucking industry for decades, and for good reason — it provides real-time driver-to-driver communication about road conditions, accidents, weigh stations, and hazards that no app can match. We carry CB radios, mounts, and accessories suited for Peterbilt cab installations, from compact dash-mount units to full-featured radios with weather band and SSB capabilities preferred by long-haul drivers.

Frequently asked questions about CB & radios

What CB radio channel do truckers use?

Channel 19 is the standard trucker channel on the AM band in the US and Canada. It's monitored by the majority of over-the-road drivers for road condition reports, traffic alerts, and general communication. Channel 17 is used by some regional driver communities. Emergency communication defaults to Channel 9, which is monitored by REACT and some law enforcement agencies.

Do I need a specific CB radio for a Peterbilt, or will any unit work?

Any FCC-type-accepted CB radio will work in a Peterbilt — there's no proprietary connection required. The key considerations are mounting location, power supply connection, and antenna cable routing. Most Peterbilt cabs have sufficient dash space for a standard-size CB, and many drivers use overhead console or co-pilot-area mounts to keep the unit accessible without cluttering the dash.

What's the best antenna setup for a Peterbilt to maximize CB range?

A co-phase dual antenna setup — one antenna on each mirror bracket — is widely considered the best configuration for Class 8 trucks. Properly phased and tuned, a co-phase setup provides superior front-to-rear transmission patterns compared to a single antenna, which is important for communicating with traffic ahead and behind. Tuning both antennas to a low SWR is essential for range and to protect the radio's final output transistor.

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