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Common CB radio channels in Switzerland (27 MHz), with typical usage and rules.

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Common CB Radio Channels (EU / Switzerland – 27 MHz)

In Switzerland and most of Europe, CB radio uses 40 FM channels (26.965–27.405 MHz). AM/SSB may be allowed in some countries, but FM is the standard and safest choice in CH.

⭐ Most Commonly Used CB Channels

Channel 19 – The classic calling & road channel

  • 🚗 Truckers, drivers, travelers
  • 📢 General calling / “anyone on?”
  • 🟢 Most active CB channel in Europe

If you only monitor one channel → 19

Channel 9 – Emergency & assistance

  • 🚨 Emergency calls, breakdown help
  • ⚠️ Use only for real emergencies
  • Often monitored, even if quiet

Channel 14 – Casual local chat

  • 💬 Short-range conversations
  • Used by hobbyists, campers, local groups
  • Less noisy than Ch 19

Channel 24 / 25 – Free chat channels

  • 🗣️ Common fallback when 19 is busy
  • Often used for longer conversations

Channel 3 / 4

  • 👥 Local groups, clubs, informal use
  • Sometimes used by farmers or construction

Typical CB Channel Usage Table

ChannelTypical Use
9Emergency / assistance
14Local chat
19Calling, traffic, road info
24–25Longer conversations
3–4Local / group use
All othersFree use, often quiet

Power & Rules (Switzerland 🇨🇭)

  • ✅ License-free
  • 🔌 FM only recommended
  • 📡 4 W max (standard EU CB)
  • ❌ No encryption
  • ❌ No data transmission
  • ❌ No repeaters

CB is ideal for:

  • Vehicles & convoys
  • Events
  • Camping & outdoor groups
  • Backup / emergency comms
  • Local coordination when mobile networks fail

Related guides:

  • Walkie Talkies (PMR446 / LPD): /walkie-talkies/

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