EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio: Discontinued — Replaced by the Motorola EVX-S24
Discontinued Model • Digital DMR • 5 Watts • 16 Channels • See the Recommended Replacement Below
⚠ This Radio Has Been Discontinued
The Vertex Standard EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio is no longer manufactured or available for purchase. For new orders we recommend its compact DMR successor, the Motorola EVX-S24 — a current digital business radio that carries the EVX line forward. Already running EVX-261 radios and need batteries or accessories? Call our team at 1-800-984-1534 or contact our radio experts.
The EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio from Vertex Standard was a digital (DMR) business two-way radio built as an affordable entry point for teams migrating from analog to digital. Delivering 5 watts across 16 channels, it paired superior audio output with a broad feature set rarely found at its price tier. Although the EVX-261 has been discontinued, this page covers its specifications and the recommended current replacement — the compact DMR Motorola EVX-S24 — so you can keep your fleet running.
What the EVX-261 Offered
Digital DMR Platform
A true digital (DMR) business radio engineered as an affordable migration from analog to digital.
5 Watts, 16 Channels
Ample power and channel capacity for everyday business communication across multiple teams.
Superior Audio Output
Tuned for clear, intelligible messages in busy, high-noise work environments.
Expanded Interoperability
MDC1200, DTMF, 2-tone and 5-tone signaling, plus voice inversion encryption for added privacy.
Direct Mode & Transmit Interrupt
Direct Mode doubles call capacity on a single frequency without a repeater, while Transmit Interrupt lets priority messages halt a current call so urgent traffic gets through.
Safety & Hands-Free
Emergency Alert and a Lone Worker timer help protect staff working alone, and VOX enables hands-free operation with a compatible accessory.
Universal Battery System
Batteries shared across the EVX and VX Series for simpler, lower-cost fleet management.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Specification |
|---|---|
| Model | Vertex Standard EVX-261 (Discontinued) |
| Radio Type | Digital (DMR) business two-way radio |
| Power Output | 5 Watts |
| Channels | 16 Channels |
| Signaling | MDC1200, DTMF, 2-tone, 5-tone |
| Encryption | Voice inversion encryption |
| Direct Mode | Two communication paths on a single frequency (doubles call capacity without a repeater) |
| Transmit Interrupt | Priority messages can halt a current transmission |
| Safety | Emergency Alert, Lone Worker timer |
| VOX | Capable with compatible accessory |
| Battery | Universal Battery System (shared across EVX and VX series) |
| Status | Discontinued — replaced by the Motorola EVX-S24 |
Recommended Replacement: Motorola EVX-S24
Because the EVX-261 has been discontinued, we point shoppers to the Motorola EVX-S24 as the recommended current replacement — the compact DMR successor that carries the EVX line forward with the same digital business performance. Teams that want more capacity often step up to the Motorola CP100d or the higher-tier Motorola BPR50dX. Browse more current options in our business two-way radios collection.
Who the EVX-261 Was Built For
The EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio suited warehouses, retail floors, hospitality, and light-industrial teams looking for an affordable way to migrate from analog to digital DMR without sacrificing power or audio clarity. Operations that prefer simpler license-free hardware should look at our license-free two-way radios instead. If you are not sure which digital radio fits your operation, call 1-800-984-1534 or contact our radio experts for a recommendation tailored to your fleet.
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Frequently Asked Questions About the EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio
• Is the EVX-261 5 Watt 16 Channel Digital Two Way Radio discontinued?
Yes. The Vertex Standard EVX-261 has been discontinued and is no longer manufactured. The recommended current replacement is the Motorola EVX-S24.
• What is the best replacement for the EVX-261?
The recommended current replacement for the EVX-261 is the compact DMR Motorola EVX-S24. Teams that want more capacity often step up to the Motorola CP100d. Call 1-800-984-1534 for a recommendation tailored to your fleet.
• Is the EVX-261 a digital or analog radio?
The EVX-261 is a digital (DMR) business two-way radio. It was designed as an affordable way for teams to migrate from analog to digital while keeping clear audio and a full feature set.
• Can I still get batteries and accessories for the EVX-261?
In many cases, yes — the EVX-261 used the Universal Battery System shared across the EVX and VX Series. Call our team at 1-800-984-1534 or contact our radio experts and we will help you find compatible parts or plan a fleet upgrade.