Motorola XT420 Two-Way Radios – 6 Units

The Motorola XT420 Two-Way Radios – 6 Units set is designed for productions that need to keep a larger group connected across a studio, venue or location. Six handheld radios allow communication to be distributed between several departments at once, making the package useful for film crews, commercial shoots, events, technical teams and production support. The XT420 operates on the PMR446 licence-free radio standard and combines simple push-to-talk operation with robust construction and long battery life, making it easy to deploy across a crew without a complicated communications infrastructure.

Six radios for multi-department coordination

The larger six-unit configuration gives a production more flexibility in deciding who needs direct radio access. Separate units can be assigned to departments such as directing, camera, lighting, production, locations and transport, or distributed between crew working in different areas of a venue. Keeping these roles on the same channel allows information to move quickly without relying on phone calls, group messages or physical runners for every update.

Flexible channel planning for busier sets

Each XT420 provides 16 PMR446 channels and 219 privacy codes, including 38 CTCSS and 181 DCS options. A larger radio set can therefore be organized around different channel choices when several nearby teams are also using PMR446 equipment. Automatic channel scanning helps identify active frequencies, while the physical channel selector allows crew members to change channels quickly even when wearing gloves or working in low-light conditions.

Clear 1.5 W audio for crew communication

Motorola specifies 1.5 W audio output from the built-in speaker, helping instructions remain audible on active sets and event locations. Six call tones and programmable channel announcements can support more structured radio use across a larger team. The simple non-display layout also reduces the amount of menu navigation required, which is useful when radios are handed out to different crew members at the start of a production day.

Long battery life for full-day assignments

Each XT420 is powered by a standard 3.7 V 2150 mAh lithium-ion battery. Motorola specifies up to approximately 20 hours of average operation with battery-save mode enabled, giving the six-unit set enough endurance for many full shooting or event days. Actual runtime depends on the duty cycle, transmission frequency and battery condition, but the long specified operating time reduces the need for frequent battery swaps during normal crew coordination.

Built for repeated production use

The XT420 carries an IP55 protection rating and is specified for operating temperatures from -30°C to +60°C. Its polycarbonate housing meets Motorola’s shock, vibration, dust and humidity requirements for the XT400 series. At approximately 244 g per unit with battery installed, the radios remain portable enough for crew members who may already be carrying tools, camera accessories or production equipment.

Rent the 6-radio Motorola XT420 set at CamCam Rental

At CamCam Rental the six-unit XT420 package is a practical choice for medium-size crews that need several departments connected throughout a production. The additional radios make it easier to cover multiple work areas or assign dedicated units to key crew members without sharing devices. Current availability can be checked online, and our team can help you choose between the 3-unit and 6-unit options depending on the scale and communication needs of your shoot.