Vintage 1976 Today’s Electronic Model 747 23-Channel CB Receiver – Original Box – Trucker Radio

A fantastic piece of 1970s CB radio and trucking history — complete with its original red retail box.

This is a Today’s Electronic Model No. 747 Citizens Band Receiver, a compact receive-only CB unit designed for use in a vehicle. The box advertises reception of all 23 CB channels, up to a claimed 15-mile radius, and shows installation using an external antenna attached to the windshield.

The packaging helps date this one particularly well. It states that the receiver “will also receive full 40 CB channels when they are available.” The FCC authorized the expansion of the U.S. CB band from 23 to 40 channels effective January 1, 1977, strongly pointing to this receiver being marketed around 1976, right at the height of the CB-radio craze. USITC

Even better, the original box is covered with period CB culture. One panel includes classic “Truckers CB Terms” such as Smokey, Bear, Four Wheeler, Green Stamps, Rockin’ Chair and Ten-Four, while another contains a complete CB 10-Code reference chart.

Made in Taiwan and very much a product of its era.

Details

• Today’s Electronic Citizens Band Receiver
• Model No. 747
• Circa 1976
• Vintage 1970s CB / trucker memorabilia
• Receives 23 CB channels
• Packaging advertises future 40-channel capability
• Volume / power control
• Uses one 9-volt battery
• Designed for vehicle use
• External windshield antenna system
• Advertised reception radius up to 15 miles
• Original antenna/wire present
• Made in Taiwan
• Original red retail box included
• Box includes vintage Trucker CB Terms
• Box includes extensive CB 10-Code chart
• Receiver only — does not transmit

Condition

Good vintage condition considering its age.

The receiver powers on and produces sound, but I was unable to pick up any CB conversations during testing. Because local CB traffic, antenna setup and signal conditions can all affect reception, the receiving function has not been fully verified.

It should therefore be considered power-tested only, with reception unconfirmed, and sold as a vintage collectible rather than guaranteed working communications equipment.

The original box has significant authentic storage wear including creases, tears, edge wear, scuffs and some crushing, but remains remarkably complete and adds considerably to the display value.

Please review all photos closely for exact condition.

Pickup and Shipping Information

Local pickup available in Pacific Heights, Saskatoon, SK. Cash accepted for local pickup.

Shipping is available throughout Canada and the United States at the buyer’s expense. A $1 shipping deposit is charged at checkout and applied toward the final shipping total. Final shipping cost is calculated after careful packing and a Canada Post quote.

Canadian taxes apply where required. U.S. buyers are responsible for applicable duties, taxes or tariffs. Interac e-Transfer accepted for shipped orders.

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