Mag One BPR45

What Is the Motorola Mag One BPR45 Series?

The Motorola Mag One BPR45 is an analog business two-way radio with 64 channels across 4 zones, up to 16 hours of battery life, built-in USB-C charging and programming, up to 3 watts of audio output, and an IP55 dust and water rating. It is available in two versions: the BPR45 UHF (400–470 MHz, 4 watts) and the BPR45 VHF (136–174 MHz, 5 watts).

Motorola built the BPR45 for demanding job sites such as construction sites, warehouse operations, and campuses, where multi-department teams need clear communication across large properties. Both models are tested to MIL-STD-810 C through H and work with existing Mag One radios operating in analog mode.

The only differences between the two models are the frequency band and the maximum transmit power that comes with it. Choose UHF for indoor and multi-story sites, or VHF for open outdoor areas.

Models in the BPR45 Series

BPR45 UHF fits most buyers. UHF penetrates concrete, drywall, and steel-framed structures more effectively, which makes it the standard choice for warehouses, campuses, and buildings under construction.

BPR45 VHF fits open outdoor operations, such as large outdoor job sites, yards, and grounds crews, where VHF signals travel farther with fewer obstructions. VHF does not perform well in obstructed environments, so it is not the right choice for indoor use.

Key Capabilities of the BPR45 Series

These features are shared by both models.

• 64 channels across 4 zones. Give each department or work area its own channels on a large property.
• USB-C charging and programming. One USB-C port handles both, so the radio can be charged on the go with a standard USB charger.
• Up to 16 hours of battery life. The 2,200 mAh Li-Ion battery is built to last beyond a typical work shift (5/5/90 duty cycle at maximum transmit power).
• Up to 3 watts of audio output. Loud, clear audio cuts through noisy environments, with transmit basic noise reduction.
• IP55 and MIL-STD-810 C through H. Rated IP55 for dust and water intrusion and tested for low pressure, temperature extremes, temperature shock, solar radiation, rain, humidity, salt fog, blowing dust and sand, vibration, and shock.
• Scanning and announcements. Priority scan, nuisance channel delete, voice announcements, and preset channel announcements.
• Hands-free and privacy features. Voice Operated Transmission (VOX), 2 programmable buttons, and analog scrambling.
• Repeater capable. Extend coverage across larger properties by programming the radios to work through a repeater.

How Does the BPR45 Compare to Similar Radios?

The BPR45 sits between Motorola’s on-site business radios and its digital Mag One and MOTOTRBO models. Here is how the series compares to the closest alternatives.

Key Differences at a Glance

• BPR45 vs. BPR50dx: Same 64 channels, maximum transmit power, 3 W max audio, USB-C charging, IP55 rating, and MIL-STD-810 C–H testing. The BPR50dx adds DMR digital, Emergency Alert, Lone Worker, remote monitor, a third programmable button, and up to 23 hours of battery life in digital mode. The two radios work together in analog mode and share Mag One audio accessories, but their batteries are not interchangeable.
• BPR45 vs. CP100d: The BPR45 offers USB-C charging, a higher IP55 rating, and a longer-lasting standard battery. The CP100d is part of Motorola’s MOTOTRBO line, with digital and analog-only models (the analog-only models can be upgraded to digital later) and display models with up to 160 channels.
• BPR45 vs. RM Series: The BPR45 transmits at 4–5 watts vs. 2 watts on the RM Series and offers 64 channels vs. 4 or 8. The RM Series is lighter and simpler, with 219 PL/DPL privacy codes and NOAA weather alerts on its 8-channel models.

Which BPR45 Is Right for You?

Start with the band. UHF is the right choice for indoor and multi-story environments, and VHF is the right choice for open outdoor ground.

• Construction sites: BPR45 UHF where structures are going up; BPR45 VHF for open sites and earthwork. IP55 and MIL-STD-810 C–H testing suit dusty, wet, high-traffic job sites.
• Warehouses and distribution centers: BPR45 UHF. Up to 3 W of audio cuts through equipment noise, and the UHF model covers up to 350,000 square feet indoors.
• Campuses and large properties: BPR45 UHF inside and between buildings; BPR45 VHF for grounds crews working across open areas. 64 channels across 4 zones keep each department on its own channels.
• Existing analog Mag One fleets: Either band, matched to your current radios. The BPR45 works with Mag One portables operating in analog mode, and when configured correctly, with MOTOTRBO radios operating in analog mode.

BPR45 Series Specs at a Glance

Both models share the same core specifications from the Motorola Mag One BPR45 data sheet. For the complete spec list, see the BPR45 UHF product page.

Compatible Accessories

Both BPR45 models work with all Mag One audio accessories made for the BPR50dx, plus two BPR45-only surveillance kits. See the full BPR45 accessory list.