Icom X-026 Concept to be unveiled during Hamvention

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Apr 30, 2026, 2:59:17 PM (23 hours ago) Apr 30
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The Icom X-026 (also called code name X-026 or XO26) is an upcoming amateur radio transceiver from Icom. It is currently a "concept mock-up" that Icom will unveil as a world premiere at Dayton Hamvention 2026 (May 15–17, 2026, in the US).⁠Facebook

What we know so far (as of April 30, 2026)

  • Type: Mobile transceiver, heavily focused on vehicular (in-car) use. The teaser video prominently features cars and antennas.⁠Daily.hamweekly
  • Design features:
    • Detachable control head/display (separate from the main RF unit/body).
    • The head unit has a display surrounded by multiple dials/knobs (four around the screen, plus a large one in the lower left).
    • Likely supports multiple antenna inputs (e.g., separate for different bands).
    • Some speculation points to a wireless connection between the control head and main unit (cable-free setup, unlike traditional separation via cables or LAN like the IC-7760).⁠YouTube
  • Bands and modes (based on teasers and speculation):
    • Appears targeted at HF + VHF + UHF operation.
    • Expected to support both analog FM and digital modes.
    • Rumored to include built-in GPS, APRS (or D-PRS) support, and possibly Bluetooth.⁠Radiowalkietalkie
    • Not the same as the ID-5200 (a 144/430 MHz D-STAR/FM mobile shown previously).

It is not yet released — no official model number, full specifications, pricing, or availability details exist. Some retailers (e.g., hamradio.co.uk) are already accepting deposits with final price and delivery to be confirmed after the Hamvention reveal.⁠Hamradio

Context and speculation

Many hams are excited because it could serve as a modern successor or evolution to popular all-mode mobiles like the IC-7100 (HF/VHF/UHF). The "X-026" name likely hints at 2026, and the teaser campaign uses the tagline "See What's Next" with a strong automotive theme.⁠YouTube




Some images and renderings circulating online are AI-generated mock-ups or artist impressions based on the official teaser, not official Icom photos.

What to do next

  • Watch Hamvention 2026 (mid-May) — that's when Icom plans to show the physical concept mock-up and likely release more details, specs, and possibly pricing.
  • Follow Icom's official channels (Facebook, YouTube, their website) or ham radio news sites like HamLife.jp, QRZ forums, or Daily Ham Weekly for updates right after the show.

If you're looking for something specific (e.g., comparisons to existing Icom mobiles, where to watch the reveal, or rumors about features), let me know and I can dig deeper

 


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