---
product_id: 69608798
title: "President Johnny III USA 40 Channel CB Radio 12 or 24V, Black"
brand: "president"
price: "R4466"
currency: ZAR
in_stock: true
reviews_count: 8
category: "President"
url: https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/69608798-president-johnny-iii-usa-40-channel-cb-radio-12-24v
store_origin: ZA
region: South Africa
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# 40 channels AM coverage VOX hands-free operation Multi-function LCD display President Johnny III USA 40 Channel CB Radio 12 or 24V, Black

**Brand:** president
**Price:** R4466
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 📻 Command your communication like a pro with President Johnny III USA!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** President Johnny III USA 40 Channel CB Radio 12 or 24V, Black by president
- **How much does it cost?** R4466 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
- **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.co.za](https://www.desertcart.co.za/products/69608798-president-johnny-iii-usa-40-channel-cb-radio-12-24v)

## Best For

- president enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted president brand quality
- Free international shipping included
- Worldwide delivery with tracking
- 15-day hassle-free returns

## Key Features

- • **Hands-Free Convenience:** VOX function enables hands-free operation, perfect for multitasking managers on the move.
- • **Stay Alert, Stay Ahead:** Integrated weather alert channels keep you informed of critical updates, ensuring you’re always prepared.
- • **Crystal-Clear Communication:** Advanced ANL and HI-CUT filters cut noise, while RF Gain and S-meter optimize signal clarity for professional-grade audio.
- • **Seamless 40-Channel AM Access:** Navigate effortlessly with a smooth rotary switch and stay connected across all essential frequencies.
- • **Built to Last with Extended Warranty:** Enjoy peace of mind with a 2-year warranty extendable to 5 years when paired with a President antenna—because reliability matters.

## Overview

The President Johnny III USA CB Radio offers 40 AM channels with a user-friendly rotary selector, a multifunction LCD display, and advanced noise-filtering features like ANL and HI-CUT. Designed for both 12V and 24V power systems, it supports hands-free VOX operation, weather alerts, and priority channel memory. Compact yet robust, it weighs just 1.54 lbs and includes a 2-year warranty extendable to 5 years with a President antenna purchase, making it a reliable choice for professional and emergency communication needs.

## Description

President Electronics JOHNNY III USA CB Radio AM Transceiver, 40 Channels AM, Channel Rotary Switch, Weather Alert, Volume Adjustment and ON/OFF, Multi-functions LCD Display, Key Features, 40 channels AM, Channel rotary switch, Weather Alert, Volume adjustment and ON/OFF, Manual squelch and ASC (Automatic Squelch Control), Multi-functions LCD display, S-meter, Vox function (Hands free), ANL filter and HI-CUT, RF Gain, Scan, Priority channel memory, F function key, Beep Function, Roger Beep, Key locking, Front microphone plug, External loudspeaker jack. Specifications: Number of channels: 40. Channel selector: rotary. Number of weather channels: 7. Frequency ranges: 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz. Weather channels: 162.400 MHz to 162.550 MHz. Antenna impedance: 50 ohms. Weather alert: Yes. Volume: Volume adjustment and ON/OFF. Squelch: Manual squelch. ASC: Yes. Display: LCD multifunction. S-meter: Digital. Public address: Yes. Vox: Yes. Filter ANL: Yes. Filter HI-CUT: Yes. RF-Gain: Yes. Scan: Yes. Memories: 1. F/Menu function key: Yes. Beep Function: Yes. Roger beep: Yes. Key locking: Yes. Microphone plug: front (6 pins). External Vox microphone jack: Yes. External loudspeaker jack: Yes. Power Supply: 13.8 V / 27.6 V. Size (W x D x H): 4.92" x 1.77" x 5.91" / 125 mm x 45 mm x 150 mm. Weight: ~ 1.54 lbs. / ~ 0.7 kg.

Review: Good performance in a small package. - Nice radio, receive is very good. Reason I'm reviewing is I had a problem one day after delivery. I immediately tested the cb when it arrived with a cb in my other car - transmit and receive were great. Next day when pushing the ptt switch I'd get full power swing but no audio. Changed mics and no change. Out of curiosity I removed the cover and unplugged and replugged the interface cable to see if there was a bad connection. Sure enough it solved the audio problem. Aside from what I consider a fluke scenario, this is a nice performing radio. It is small in size but very solid construction. The stock mic sounds good. The mic is light weight but that is because it has eletrek technology which requires less bulky materials.
Review: Good CB with all the features you need - What can I say. This radio works & has all the features you need except upper & lower side band. I got into CB back in n the 1970's during the gas shortages & helped in starting a CB Radio Club & then a Ham radio club. I purchased this radio for a SHTF situation to talk locally to my family if the cell phones went down. I was disappointed to hear only the idiots on ch 19 and no local communications or nets in operation. Seems to work good in my car and might be OK as a base station with a decent antenna & power supply. Will probably take it out of my car & place it in a faraday cage or an unused microwave oven to protect it from an EMP attack. Hopefully that will never happen, but if it does the radio should work fine if others did the same thing. No problems with this rig but I don't think it can campare with the Cobra & Browning LTD radios from the 1970's

## Features

- Extended Warranty – 2-year standard warranty, extended to 5 years with simultaneous purchase of a President antenna under the 2+3 years program.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | B01EVONKGQ |
| Additional Features | Multi-function LCD display, VOX function, ANL filter, HI-CUT, RF Gain, scan, priority channel memory, F function key, beep key locking |
| Best Sellers Rank | #73 in Fixed-mount CB Radios |
| Brand | President |
| Built-In Media | Mounting bolts are not included. |
| Color | Black |
| Compatible Devices | [Inferred from product features and specifications: Other CB radios operating on 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz, external speakers, microphones with a 6-pin front plug] |
| Customer Reviews | 4.4 out of 5 stars 280 Reviews |
| Frequency Range | 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz |
| Item Dimensions D x W x H | 1.77"D x 4.92"W x 5.91"H |
| Item Weight | 2.8 Pounds |
| Manufacturer | President Electronics USA |
| Model Number | TXUS653 |
| Number of Channels | 40 |
| Special Feature | Multi-function LCD display, VOX function, ANL filter, HI-CUT, RF Gain, scan, priority channel memory, F function key, beep key locking Special Feature Multi-function LCD display, VOX function, ANL filter, HI-CUT, RF Gain, scan, priority channel memory, F function key, beep key locking See more |
| Talking Range Maximum | 20 Mile |
| Tuner Type | VHF |
| Unit Count | 1.0 Count |
| Voltage | 24 |
| Water Resistance Level | Not Water Resistant |
| Waterproof Rating | IP68 |

## Product Details

- **Brand:** President
- **Color:** Black
- **Number of Channels:** 40
- **Special Feature:** Multi-function LCD display, VOX function, ANL filter, HI-CUT, RF Gain, scan, priority channel memory, F function key, beep key locking
- **Frequency Range:** 26.965 MHz to 27.405 MHz
- **Talking Range Maximum:** 20 Mile
- **Voltage:** 24
- **Water Resistance Level:** Not Water Resistant
- **Product Dimensions:** 1.77"D x 4.92"W x 5.91"H
- **Item Weight:** 2.8 Pounds

## Images

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## Questions & Answers

**Q: Does it use a standard four pin microphone? i have a road devil i'd like to use.**
A: No, this radio takes a 6 pin mic.

**Q: What antenna is recommended?**
A: The tallest CB antenna you are comfortable with, mounted as high as possible on the vehicle, will perform best.

**Q: Does this radio have weather channels/scan?  No mention of it on their website.**
A: Hi Kelly- yes it does have the weather channels and the scan function. Any other questions, let me know.

**Q: How long is the power cord?  Can I wire it directly to the battery?**
A: There are two wires, red (positive with an inline fuse) and a black (negative) and they are about 36 inches long

## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good performance in a small package.
*by S***. on February 16, 2020*

Nice radio, receive is very good. Reason I'm reviewing is I had a problem one day after delivery. I immediately tested the cb when it arrived with a cb in my other car - transmit and receive were great. Next day when pushing the ptt switch I'd get full power swing but no audio. Changed mics and no change. Out of curiosity I removed the cover and unplugged and replugged the interface cable to see if there was a bad connection. Sure enough it solved the audio problem. Aside from what I consider a fluke scenario, this is a nice performing radio. It is small in size but very solid construction. The stock mic sounds good. The mic is light weight but that is because it has eletrek technology which requires less bulky materials.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Good CB with all the features you need
*by T***H on February 25, 2021*

What can I say. This radio works & has all the features you need except upper & lower side band. I got into CB back in n the 1970's during the gas shortages & helped in starting a CB Radio Club & then a Ham radio club. I purchased this radio for a SHTF situation to talk locally to my family if the cell phones went down. I was disappointed to hear only the idiots on ch 19 and no local communications or nets in operation. Seems to work good in my car and might be OK as a base station with a decent antenna & power supply. Will probably take it out of my car & place it in a faraday cage or an unused microwave oven to protect it from an EMP attack. Hopefully that will never happen, but if it does the radio should work fine if others did the same thing. No problems with this rig but I don't think it can campare with the Cobra & Browning LTD radios from the 1970's

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Needs A Scan Lockout
*by B***S on November 2, 2023*

This is one of the best CB radios on the market today, and I love that it comes with a channel scan. However, I wish it had a scan channel lockout feature. For example, when the "Superbowl channel " (aka: Channel 6) gets blazing, it would be great to do an isolated lockout of just 6 instead of cranking the squelch and blocking them all. Other President radios offer this, even some of their less expensive ones. It almost seems like an oversight. Aside from that, it's a great "set of ears."

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*Product available on Desertcart South Africa*
*Store origin: ZA*
*Last updated: 2026-03-07*