Browning Baron
Research in progress · specifications may be incomplete
Catalog listing. Detailed specifications, historical notes, and photographs are being researched.
Radio history and overview
The Baron appears in late-1970s CB trade literature and Browning documentation indexes. A 1977 CB buyers guide describes it as a 40-channel SSB/AM transceiver for mobile and PA use. An independent historical post also associates the Baron with 1977 and with Browning's OEM production context, but that source is secondary and I treat it cautiously. ([worldradiohistory.com](https://www.worldradiohistory.com/Archive-CB-Radio/S9-Magazine/S9-1977-Buyers-Guide.pdf?utm_source=openai))
Technical specifications
- Model / part number
- Baron
- Modes (e.g. AM, FM, SSB)
- AM/SSB
- Number of channels
- 40
- Frequency range (e.g. 26.965–27.405 MHz)
- 40-channel CB band
- Power supply
- 11.6 to 16 VDC, nominal 12 VDC; positive or negative ground
- Original catalog price (with year)
- $429.95
- Key features (one per line)
- Mobile and PA operation; front-panel controls include RF power/SWR, clarifier, delta tune, noise blanker, PA/CB, and channel selector.
Collector notes
Browning documentation indexes the Baron with TC5080/81/82-related material.
Museum information is provided for historical reference. Details can vary by market and production revision; verify against the model manual.