gatekeep said:
GMRS channels are limited to 50 watts when licensed. I believe, so don't quote me on it, FRS 1 - 7 (the shared channels) are also limited to 50 watts if you are licensed. FRS 8 - 14 anything above .5 watt is not allowed.
Not quite right.
GMRS has 7 channels that max power is 5 watts, These channels are also shared with FRS.
GMRS has 8 channels or simplex or repeaters that have a max of 50 watts.
GMRS also has some 10watt limitiation in special use systems that dont affect most people.
GMRS radio must be type accepted for GMRS use.
FRS has 14 channels with a max power of 1/2 watt with FRS certified radios.
You cant legally use a commercial Motorola radio on FRS, but you can use it on GMRS channels with a GMRS license.