Texas Ranger TRE Top One AM/SSB 40-Channel CB Radio — Compact Ranger USA Chassis, Full 6-Mode Toolkit

The Texas Ranger TRE Top One is Ranger USA's current-production compact AM/SSB CB — a full-featured 40-channel mobile with PLL synthesis, 4W AM / 12W PEP SSB output, and a 7-color touch-select faceplate that fits a dashboard cubby a full-size Galaxy or Cobra can't. Built on the same Ranger USA chassis platform that has powered the DX 959 class for decades and now sold direct under the Texas Ranger brand.

Coming from a Galaxy DX 959, DX 959B, or DX 959G?

The Texas Ranger TRE Top One is the direct current-production replacement for the Galaxy DX 959, DX 959B, and DX 959G AM/SSB CB radios. The Galaxy CB radio lineup has been discontinued from current production, and this listing is the current-production model at that same class point.

The upgrade path is 1:1. The Top One matches the DX 959B/959G on the specs that mattered to you — full 40-channel AM/USB/LSB coverage across 26.965–27.405 MHz, PLL synthesis with ±0.001% frequency stability, FCC-legal 4W AM / 12W PEP SSB output, front-panel SWR/modulation/power meter, frequency counter, variable RF power output, RF gain, mic gain, adjustable talkback, NB/ANL, and a 4-pin front microphone jack. Every install detail carries over: 50 Ω / SO-239 antenna port, 13.8 VDC power, and a cubby-fit chassis footprint that drops into the same dashboard opening a DX 959 lived in.

What's new on the Top One vs. the DX 959 line: 7-color touch-select faceplate LEDs (the DX 959B/959G were fixed-color displays), variable bass/treble receive tone control, and Ranger USA's current-production build with a factory warranty backed by the manufacturer. For every DX 959B or DX 959G combo we used to sell — Virginia magnet-mount, DRX-9010/DRX-6560 audio, Stryker SR-A10 truck install, 102″ Hustler whip — there's a matching Top One combo listed in the "Prefer a bundle?" section below.

Cubby-fit chassis, full six-mode toolkit

The Top One is a genuine compact — narrower than most SSB mobiles and short enough to sit flush in a dashboard cubby or under a factory radio pocket in a heavy-duty pickup or Class 8. The 4-pin microphone jack lives on the front face, not the side, so cable routing stays clean when it's mounted deep.

Modes on the mode selector cover AM, USB, LSB, and PA — the four bases you actually need for over-the-road CB and skip work. AM operation is fully FCC-compliant Part 95 CB at 4 watts, and SSB channels 36–40 (with 38 as the common calling channel) give you the 12-watt PEP that pushes talking range well past what an AM-only radio can do under the same conditions.

Specifications

• Modes: AM, USB, LSB, PA
• Channels: 40 channel (FCC Part 95)
• Frequency range: 26.965 – 27.405 MHz
• Frequency control: Phase-locked loop (PLL) synthesizer
• Frequency stability: ±0.001%
• RF output: 4 W AM / 12 W PEP SSB (FCC-legal)
• Front-panel meter: SWR, modulation, RF power output
• Display: 7-color touch-select faceplate LEDs, 5-digit frequency counter
• Controls: Variable RF power output, RF gain, mic gain, variable talkback, variable bass/treble receive tone, NB/ANL
• Microphone jack: Front-panel 4-pin
• Antenna connector: SO-239, 50 Ω
• Power: 13.8 VDC negative ground
• Manufacturer warranty: Ranger USA / RCI factory warranty

Professional bench tune and alignment (recommended)

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.

Prefer a bundle?

Every DX 959B / DX 959G combo we used to carry now has a matching Top One version:

• TRE Top One + Virginia magnet mount + Aries 3″ speaker combo
• TRE Top One + DRX-9010 speaker + DRX-6560 noise-cancelling mic combo
• TRE Top One + Stryker SR-A10 truck install combo
• TRE Top One + 102″ Hustler whip standard install combo
• TRE Top One + 102″ Hustler whip premium bundle

Frequently Asked Questions

Is the Texas Ranger TRE Top One the replacement for the Galaxy DX 959, DX 959B, and DX 959G?

Yes. The Texas Ranger TRE Top One is the current-production replacement for the discontinued Galaxy DX 959, DX 959B, and DX 959G AM/SSB CB radios. It matches the DX 959B and DX 959G on the core specs that mattered to Galaxy 959 buyers — 40-channel AM/USB/LSB coverage, FCC-legal 4 W AM / 12 W PEP SSB output, PLL synthesis, front-panel SWR/modulation/power meter, variable RF power output, variable talkback, NB/ANL — and adds a 7-color touch-select faceplate, variable bass/treble receive tone control, and Ranger USA's current factory warranty. Every combo previously sold around the DX 959B and DX 959G — Virginia magnet mount, DRX-9010/DRX-6560 audio, Stryker SR-A10 truck install, 102-inch Hustler whip — is available as a matching TRE Top One combo.

Is Galaxy Radios still making CB radios, or has the Galaxy lineup been discontinued?

The Galaxy CB radio lineup — including the DX 959, DX 959B, DX 959G, DX 94HP, DX 66V3, and related models — has been discontinued from current production. Major dealers including Walcott Radio, Bells CB, and RigPix list the Galaxy DX 959 family as discontinued. Ranger USA, the long-time OEM manufacturer of the Galaxy chassis platform, is now selling the same class of AM/SSB and 10-meter radios directly under its Texas Ranger and Superstar brand names. The Texas Ranger TRE Top One is the current-production Ranger USA model at the DX 959B/959G class point.

What is the relationship between Galaxy Radios, Ranger USA, and the Texas Ranger and Superstar brands?

Ranger USA has been the OEM manufacturer behind the Galaxy CB radio lineup for decades. With the Galaxy CB lineup discontinued, Ranger USA is now bringing that same platform directly to market under its own Texas Ranger and Superstar brand names. The Texas Ranger TRE Top One is the current-production Ranger USA model at the Galaxy DX 959 class point.

Do I need a license to operate the Texas Ranger TRE Top One?

No. The TRE Top One is a CB radio and operates under FCC Part 95 rules, which do not require an individual license. All 40 CB channels — both AM and SSB — are open at the legal 4 W AM / 12 W PEP SSB power levels this radio is rated for.

Is the TRE Top One AM only or does it do SSB?

The TRE Top One supports AM, upper sideband (USB), and lower sideband (LSB) — all three CB modes plus a PA function. AM covers all 40 channels at 4 W FCC-legal. USB and LSB run at 12 W PEP and are typically used on channels 36–40, with 38 as the common SSB calling channel.

How much power does the TRE Top One transmit?

4 watts on AM (the FCC Part 95 legal limit for CB) and 12 watts PEP on USB/LSB (also the FCC-legal SSB limit). The variable RF power output control lets you dial back the dead key for local traffic or amplifier-driver use.

Will the TRE Top One fit in a standard truck dashboard cubby?

Yes. The chassis measures 7.25 inches wide, 9 inches deep, and 2.25 inches tall — sized for standard heavy-duty truck cubby holes and overhead consoles. The 4-pin microphone jack is on the front face, so cable routing stays clean when the radio is mounted deep in a cubby.

What microphone comes with the TRE Top One?

A Ranger SRA198 dynamic noise-cancelling microphone with standard 4-pin wiring, included in the box. If you want a heavier feel, longer cord, or upgraded internal diffuser, the DRX-6560 Driver Extreme 4-pin noise-cancelling dynamic mic is a direct plug-and-play swap.

What antenna connector does the TRE Top One use?

A standard SO-239 antenna connector on the rear of the chassis, at 50 ohms impedance. Any properly tuned CB antenna cut for 26.965–27.405 MHz — magnet mount, mirror mount, or roof mount — will pair with the Top One.

Does the TRE Top One have a built-in SWR meter?

Yes. The front-panel white meter reads SWR, modulation, and power output, and a separate high-SWR warning light triggers when the antenna match is bad enough to risk finals damage. For a precise SWR reading during antenna install, we still recommend an inline SWR meter or antenna analyzer.

Can I change the color of the faceplate LEDs?

Yes. A dedicated touch button on the front panel cycles through seven faceplate colors so you can match your cab's dash lighting. A separate dimmer control adjusts overall display brightness for night driving.

How does the TRE Top One handle warranty and service?

Warranty support is provided directly by Ranger USA at rangerusa.com/warranty-information or by phone at 619-271-4035. CB Radio Supply does not offer an in-house warranty on the TRE Top One, and all Top One sales through CB Radio Supply are final. Manufacturer defects should be reported to Ranger USA directly.

Should I get the Pro Tune and Alignment option?

Adding the Pro Tune and Alignment option at checkout gets your radio professionally bench-tuned per the manufacturer's service manual. It's a common add-on for drivers who want the radio's transmit and receive stages set to spec before it goes in the truck.