Texas Ranger TRE-2627 AM/SSB Base Station — 40 Channels, AC/DC Dual Power, Long-Range SSB

The Texas Ranger TRE-2627 is a full-size 40-channel AM/SSB CB base station built for the shop bench, the home shack, the ranch, and the remote off-grid station. It runs on 120V AC out of the box, drops onto 13.8V DC when the power goes out or when you need to run it from a battery bank, and gives you the front-panel controls, metering, and long-range Single Sideband capability that base-station operators actually use.

This is Texas Ranger's flagship modern base and the natural replacement for the discontinued Galaxy DX 2547 — same 11.25″ × 11.25″ × 4.75″ desktop footprint, same 40-channel AM/USB/LSB coverage, same SO-239 antenna connection, plus the AC/DC dual-power switching supply built in and both power cords in the box. If you were shopping the Galaxy 2547 for a home or shop base, the TRE-2627 is what to buy now.

Who This Radio Is For

The TRE-2627 is built for operators who run from a fixed location and want the extra range and audio clarity that comes with Single Sideband. That includes:

• Home base operators who want a proper desktop radio at the shack instead of a mobile radio sitting on the desk with a power supply next to it.
• Shop, garage, and small-business base stations — parts counters, tow yards, service departments, farms — where staff need to keep in touch with drivers, techs, or field crews.
• Ranch, farm, and property base stations where the base talks to trucks, tractors, ATVs, and outbuildings across the property.
• Off-grid, cabin, and emergency-preparedness stations that need to run on AC when the grid is up and switch to DC (battery, generator, solar) when it isn't. The TRE-2627's built-in switching supply handles both.
• SSB DX operators and CB hobbyists who want a base with variable RF power, a proper analog meter, and the noise-filtering to pull weak stations out of the band.

Why We Picked the TRE-2627 for Base Station Shoppers

The TRE-2627 checks the four boxes that matter on a base radio: true AC/DC dual power, full 40-channel AM plus SSB, real front-panel metering, and a mainstream 4-pin mic connector so you can plug in a desk mic, hand mic, or power mic without adapters.

It also fits a real desk. The 11.25-inch square footprint is compact for a base station — small enough to sit on a shelf or workbench, big enough to have proper knob spacing and a readable meter. And because it uses the standard SO-239 antenna jack, it drops onto any base-station antenna feedline you already have (A99, PT99, MAX Optimizer, MACO, Firestik, dipoles, verticals — any 50-ohm SO-239-terminated base setup works).

Key Features & Specs

• 40-channel AM/USB/LSB operation — 26.965–27.405 MHz
• Power output: 4W AM · 4W USB · 12W LSB PEP
• Dual power: 120V AC with built-in switching supply · 13.8V DC input (both AC and DC power cords included)
• Automatic SWR circuit with dedicated LED warning light — no manual calibration, and you get an instant visual alert if the antenna develops a problem
• Large multi-function analog meter — reads RF Power, Modulation, and Signal Strength (up to 60 dB over S9)
• 6-digit frequency counter with large channel-selector knob for precise tuning
• Variable RF Power control for adjusting output on the fly
• 45 dB adjustable RF Gain control to handle strong local signals or pull weak ones from the noise
• NB / ANL / GNF noise filters for impulse, atmospheric, and general noise reduction
• Dynamike boost — front-panel mic gain for shaping transmit audio
• Roger Beep (switchable) with end-of-transmission tone
• Talkback with its own switch and volume control for monitoring your own transmit audio
• Public Address (PA) capability
• Front-panel mic and headphone jacks
• 4-pin standard mic connector — compatible with most desk mics, hand mics, and power mics
• SO-239 antenna connector — 50-ohm, works with all standard base antennas and coax feedlines
• Dimensions: 11.25″ W × 11.25″ D × 4.75″ H
• Two-year manufacturer's warranty

Base Station Antenna Compatibility

The TRE-2627 works with every mainstream CB and 11-meter base antenna on the market. Popular pairings we stock:

• Solarcon A-99 — the most popular vertical fiberglass base antenna. Plug-and-play with the TRE-2627's SO-239.
• ProComm Proton PT99 — USA-made 2000-watt-rated fiberglass base vertical, another classic pairing.
• Solarcon MAX Optimizer — heavier-duty 5000-watt-rated 10-11 meter vertical for high-power SSB installs.
• Workman Saturn B100 — no-ground-plane base antenna for apartments, marine, RV, or anywhere you can't install radials.
• MACO BA1 Balcony Half-Wave — half-wave design that works from a balcony or short mast.
• MACO V-Quad 2-element beam — directional beam for maximum gain and DX SSB work.
• Firestik IBA-5 Indoor — 5-foot 5/8-wave indoor base antenna for attic or apartment installs.

See the full base station antenna collection for coax cable, mounting hardware, and additional options. Standard RG8X or LMR-240 coax works for runs up to about 100 feet without significant loss; use RG-213 or LMR-400 for longer runs to a tower. Always tune the antenna with the TRE-2627's built-in SWR meter after install.

Why Base Stations Beat Mobile Radios at a Fixed Location

You can run a mobile CB at home with a separate power supply — a lot of operators start that way. But a purpose-built base like the TRE-2627 gives you three things a mobile can't:

• A proper analog meter. Mobile radios have a small LCD bar-graph or a tiny needle. The TRE-2627's front meter reads RF power, modulation, and signal strength on one large multi-scale face you can actually read from across the room.
• Full AC input. No separate 12V power supply, no wiring to fuss with, no ground loops. Plug into the wall, done.
• Front-panel headphone and PA jacks, plus knob spacing built for a desk. You're not fighting a dashboard-form-factor radio at the shack.

Available upgrades and options

• Pro Tune & Alignment. Don't forget to add the Pro tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual.

Other Texas Ranger and Base Station Options

• Texas Ranger TRE Top One AM/SSB CB Radio — the mobile-form-factor sibling to the TRE-2627 for truck and mobile installs.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What's included in the box with the TRE-2627?
The TRE-2627 ships with the base radio itself, a 4-pin hand microphone, an AC power cord (for 120V wall outlet operation), a DC power cord (for 13.8V battery or DC-supply operation), and the owner's manual. You supply the antenna, coax, and any accessories.

Does the TRE-2627 replace the Galaxy DX 2547?
Yes — the TRE-2627 is the current-production Texas Ranger equivalent of the discontinued Galaxy DX 2547. Same desktop footprint (11.25″ square), same 40-channel AM/USB/LSB coverage, same SO-239 antenna connector, same 4-pin standard mic connector. If you were shopping the Galaxy DX 2547, the TRE-2627 is what to buy now.

Can I run this radio on AC and on DC?
Yes. The TRE-2627 has a built-in switching power supply that accepts 120V AC (household wall outlet) directly, and it also has a 13.8V DC input for running from a battery, a bench DC supply, or a solar/battery/generator system. Both power cords are included in the box. This makes it a solid choice for emergency-preparedness and off-grid installs.

What antenna do I need?
Any standard 50-ohm CB or 11-meter base-station antenna terminated with a PL-259 connector. The most common pairings are the Solarcon A-99, the ProComm Proton PT99, and the Solarcon MAX Optimizer for higher-power SSB installs. If you can't install a ground-plane vertical, the Workman Saturn B100 is a solid no-ground-plane option. See the full base station antenna collection for coax cable, mounts, and additional options. The TRE-2627 uses a standard SO-239 antenna jack, so any 50-ohm base-station feedline works. Always tune the antenna after install using the TRE-2627's built-in SWR meter.

What's the difference between AM and SSB, and why does SSB matter on a base station?
AM (Amplitude Modulation) is the default CB mode — every CB radio has it, and it's what you'll use for most local traffic. SSB (Single Sideband — USB and LSB) is a more efficient mode that puts all your transmit energy into either the upper or lower half of the signal, giving you significantly more range and clearer audio at distance. On a base station with a good antenna, SSB is the mode you use to talk to other bases dozens or hundreds of miles away when conditions are right, and to punch through noise on weaker signals. The TRE-2627 runs 4W on USB and 12W PEP on LSB.

What kind of range can I expect?
Range on any CB radio depends far more on the antenna, the antenna height, the terrain, and the atmospheric conditions than it does on the radio itself. A well-tuned base antenna mounted at proper height will always outperform a mobile whip. On SSB, when band conditions are open, base-to-base contacts across multiple states are routine. We don't publish specific mile figures because they'd be misleading — every install is different.

What mic works with the TRE-2627?
The TRE-2627 uses a 4-pin standard mic connector — the same wiring as most classic Cobra, Uniden, President, Galaxy, and Texas Ranger 4-pin radios. That means you can plug in most desk mics (Astatic D-104 and similar), power mics, or replacement hand mics without an adapter. Check the pinout on any mic before you plug it in — 4-pin standard is common but not universal.

Does the TRE-2627 have a frequency counter?
Yes. It has a 6-digit frequency counter with a large channel-selector knob. On SSB, where the exact frequency matters more than on AM, the frequency counter lets you fine-tune with clarifier and see exactly where you are in the band.

What are NB, ANL, and GNF?
Three different noise filters. NB (Noise Blanker) is very effective against impulse noise like vehicle ignition or fluorescent lights. ANL (Automatic Noise Limiter) clips continuous atmospheric noise. GNF (Global Noise Filter) is a broader-spectrum filter that helps pull weak signals out of general band noise. All three are switchable independently on the front panel so you can dial in the combination that works best for your local noise environment.

What's the automatic SWR circuit and the LED warning?
The TRE-2627 continuously monitors antenna SWR (Standing Wave Ratio) whenever you transmit and displays it on the front meter. If SWR climbs into a range that could damage the radio's final amplifier — typically over 3.0 — a dedicated LED lights up as an instant visual warning. This gives you real-time protection against a loose coax connection, a broken antenna, or an antenna that's drifted out of tune. Traditional radios only show SWR on the meter, which is easy to miss. The dedicated LED makes the problem impossible to miss.

Does this radio ship free?
Yes. The TRE-2627 ships free to the United States lower 48 and DC.

Does the TRE-2627 have a warranty?
Yes — two-year manufacturer's warranty through Texas Ranger.

Should I add Pro Tune & Alignment at checkout?
Don't forget to add the Pro tune and alignment option at checkout so that your radio is professionally bench-tuned for best performance per the manufacturer's service manual.

Where to Buy the Texas Ranger TRE-2627

Order the Texas Ranger TRE-2627 AM/SSB Base Station at CB Radio Supply. Ships free to the United States lower 48 and DC. Every radio is inspected before it leaves our shop. Questions? Contact us.