The Metabo R12-18BT is an industrial-grade, highly resilient AM/FM worksite radio receiver engineered to provide premium audio entertainment and operational versatility across demanding job sites, commercial workshops, fleet loading bays, and industrial construction environments. Equipped with integrated Bluetooth® technology, this ruggedized media hub supports seamless, wireless music playback directly from any corporate or personal smartphone, tablet, or mobile data device. Its robust structural footprint provides contractors and technical field teams with a highly dependable, distortion-free audio source built to survive the standard physical rigors of active work environments.
Designed with true modularity in mind, the R12-18BT features a unique hybrid dual-power architecture. It is fully compatible with the entire ecosystem of Metabo slide-on battery packs ranging from 12V up to 18V, allowing enterprise users to power the radio using their existing cordless tool battery banks. When continuous stationary operation is required, the radio transitions seamlessly to standard power grids via the included 220/230V AC mains power supply adapter. Battery management is highly efficient, capable of delivering up to 9 hours of continuous operation on a compact 18V/2.0Ah pack, or an extraordinary 32 hours of continuous runtime when paired with a high-capacity Metabo 18V LiHD 8.0Ah battery block.
Acoustic precision and signal acquisition are managed by a built-in DSP (Digital Signal Processor) digital tuner paired with a high-sensitivity, flexible external antenna that resists impact damage while maintaining clean reception across crowded bands. The user interface features an intuitive, backlit digital LCD screen that displays operational frequencies clearly under bright daylight or dark indoor environments. Complete with automatic station search algorithms and an integrated programmable station memory for rapid AM/FM preset recall, the R12-18BT combines structural longevity with modern digital audio utility. Weighing a highly portable 1.85 kg without a battery pack, it includes a detachable power cord for clutter-free transportation and workspace integration.
Key Features
- Ruggedized Site Construction: Compact, heavy-duty housing engineered to absorb structural impacts, drops, and vibrations on commercial worksites.
- Integrated Bluetooth Streaming: Pairs instantly with smartphones or tablets to allow wireless, high-fidelity audio playback across work zones.
- Hybrid Dual-Power Drive: Can be powered passively via all standard Metabo 12V to 18V slide-on tool batteries or driven continuously via AC mains power.
- Up to 32 Hours of Autonomy: Provides class-leading power management, delivering up to 32 hours of continuous runtime on a single 18V LiHD 8.0Ah battery charge.
- DSP Digital Receiver System: Advanced Digital Signal Processing tuner with automatic station scanning guarantees clean, drift-free radio reception.
- Backlit LCD Display & Presets: Illuminated screen allows for easy channel tracking in low light, supported by an internal memory bank for favorite AM/FM stations.
- Impact-Resistant Flexible Antenna: Rugged, detachable rubberized antenna element flexes safely away from objects to prevent mechanical snapping.
Technical Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
|---|---|
| Brand | Metabo |
| Model Designation | R12-18BT |
| Product Type | Ruggedized Worksite Radio Receiver |
| Wireless Connectivity | Bluetooth® technology for wireless media streaming |
| Radio Tuning Frequency Ranges | AM Band: 522 – 1620 kHz FM Band: 87.5 – 108 MHz |
| Tuner Architecture | DSP Digital Tuner with Automatic Station Search & Program Preset Memory |
| Compatible DC Input Voltages | 12 V / 14.4 V / 18 V Metabo Slide-On Battery Packs (Batteries not included) |
| Compatible AC Input Voltages | 220 V – 230 V AC (via detachable power cord adapter) |
| Maximum Estimated Battery Runtime | 12 V / 2.0 Ah: up to 6 hours 14.4 V / 2.0 Ah: up to 7.2 hours 18 V / 2.0 Ah: up to 9 hours 18 V / LiHD 8.0 Ah: up to 32 hours |
| User Interface Display | Illuminated, Backlit LCD Digital Screen |
| Antenna Geometry | Flexible, Detachable High-Gain Whip |
| Net Equipment Weight | 1.85 kg / 4.1 lbs (Unloaded without battery pack) |
Package Content
- 1x Metabo R12-18BT AM/FM Worksite Radio Base Unit
- 1x Detachable 220/230V AC External Power Supply Adapter
- 1x Flexible Detachable Antenna Assembly
- 1x Technical Operations Reference Manual
