Make
Truetone
Model
CYJ4862A-87
Sams #
CB-147
Overview
The Truetone CYJ4862A-87 is a solid-state 23-channel CB (Citizens Band) mobile transceiver sold under the Truetone brand.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Truetone (Western Auto Supply Company) |
| Model | CYJ4862A-87 |
| Type | CB mobile transceiver |
| Channels | 23 channels (26.965–27.255 MHz) |
| Modulation | AM |
| Power Output | 4 watts (legal CB limit) |
| Power Source | 12V DC |
| Receiver Type | Superheterodyne |
| Controls | Channel selector, volume, squelch |
| Microphone | Handheld dynamic microphone |
| Antenna Connection | SO-239 (UHF) |
| Metering | Signal strength / transmit indicator |
Physical Description
The CYJ4862A-87 is housed in a compact metal chassis designed for under-dash vehicle mounting. The front panel includes a channel selector and controls for volume and squelch, along with a signal/transmit indicator. The styling is consistent with mid-1970s CB radios, with a simple, functional layout.
History
The Truetone CYJ4862A-87 was produced during the 1970s and sold through Western Auto stores under the Truetone brand. It was part of a broader line of private-label CB radios offered during the peak of CB radio popularity following the FCC’s expansion to 23 channels. The model reflects the widespread use of solid-state circuitry in consumer CB transceivers of that period.