By: Jeremy Neisser
Aside from the LCD display, there are few small differences: Cobra 29 LTD Classic vs 29 LX.
Let's dive in...
Cobra 29 LTD Classic vs 29 LX: What's the difference?
The biggest difference between the Cobra 29 LTD and the Cobra 29 LX is that the 29LX offers a few unique features including automatic weather scan and Radio Check Diagnostic / Antenna Calibration.
These unique features in the 29 LX allow you to adjust the radio RF output, SWR setting, and vehicle battery voltage through the LCD screen rather than having to adjust through multiple knobs found on the 29 LTD.
Cobra 29 LTD Classic Review:
This is the godfather CB radio. The Cobra 29 LTD set the bar for high-quality CB radios with features and clear sound.
The Cobra 29 LTD is one of the top on my list of the Best CB Radio on the market.
- Emergency Radio - CB Radios provide reliable communication which is not dependent on satellites and cellular networks which can be the difference between getting experienced help in an emergency and being left on your own when you need assistance.
- Antenna Warning Indicator - Take the guesswork out of checking your antenna, a light will automatically illuminate if your system needs to be checked.
- 4 Watt Output - Giving you the best range of communication with the maximum power allowed by law.
- Instant Channel 9 - Immediate access to Emergency channel 9 to ensure you're driving safely from the very beginning.
- 40 Channel Access - Scan the complete range of 40 channels for full coverage of CB stations.
- Gift of Connection - Life on the road can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. Stay connected and keep your trucker safe this holiday season with the gift of Cobra CB Radios.
- Display Type: Led
- Emergency Radio - CB Radios provide reliable communication which is not dependent on satellites and cellular networks that can be the difference between getting experienced help in an emergency and being left on your own when you need assistance.
- NOAA Weather Channels - Be the first to know of incoming hazards or changing weather with instant access to NOAA weather channels 24 hours a day.
- Weather & Alert Scan - Automatically tune into the strongest weather channel and alert tone available to catch every important weather notice. With the 29LX you won't miss important information while scanning through channels.
- Clock & Alarm – Display the current time on screen and keep yourself alert by setting an alarm for anytime during the day to make sure you're always on time.
- Radio Check & Frequency Display - Automatically run diagnostics for voltage and RF output, with antenna matching to ensure that the signal is as strong as possible and working properly. Operating CB and weather frequencies also displayed on screen.
Overall impression:
For the money, you just can't buy a better CB radio. The Cobra 29LTD has been "old reliable" for so many CB radio users for many years. It's simple and easy to use and has been an absolute workhorse in the trucking industry.
There are others out there that have new, fancy features but if you want something as reliable as a Ford F150 that just keeps going, the Cobra 29LTD is it.
It has iterated over the years and the improvements made have straight from the feedback of users. For example, if you remember the old 29LTD and the location of the microphone panel in the back, well they moved that to the front now making it easier for in-dash installation.
If you want to update the stock microphone, here are 5 Best that all work with Cobra CB Radios.
Features:
Specs:
Weight: 4.50 lbs. (2041.16g)
Height & Width: 2.49" (6.32cm) x 7.60" (19.30cm)
Depth: 8.60" (21.84cm)
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- Emergency Radio - CB Radios provide reliable communication which is not dependent on satellites and cellular networks which can be the difference between getting experienced help in an emergency and being left on your own when you need assistance.
- Antenna Warning Indicator - Take the guesswork out of checking your antenna, a light will automatically illuminate if your system needs to be checked.
- 4 Watt Output - Giving you the best range of communication with the maximum power allowed by law.
- Instant Channel 9 - Immediate access to Emergency channel 9 to ensure you're driving safely from the very beginning.
- 40 Channel Access - Scan the complete range of 40 channels for full coverage of CB stations.
- Gift of Connection - Life on the road can be lonely, but it doesn’t have to be. Stay connected and keep your trucker safe this holiday season with the gift of Cobra CB Radios.
- Display Type: Led
- Emergency Radio - CB Radios provide reliable communication which is not dependent on satellites and cellular networks that can be the difference between getting experienced help in an emergency and being left on your own when you need assistance.
- NOAA Weather Channels - Be the first to know of incoming hazards or changing weather with instant access to NOAA weather channels 24 hours a day.
- Weather & Alert Scan - Automatically tune into the strongest weather channel and alert tone available to catch every important weather notice. With the 29LX you won't miss important information while scanning through channels.
- Clock & Alarm – Display the current time on screen and keep yourself alert by setting an alarm for anytime during the day to make sure you're always on time.
- Radio Check & Frequency Display - Automatically run diagnostics for voltage and RF output, with antenna matching to ensure that the signal is as strong as possible and working properly. Operating CB and weather frequencies also displayed on screen.
Cobra 29LX Review:
Overall impression:
The 29 LX is was built based on the 29 LTD Classic.
29 LX, like the 29 LTD, features all 40 channel scan and memory channel programming, Instant Channel 9 and 19, audible key tones, channel frequency readout for CB and weather channels, 4 watts AM RF power output (talk-back available), Talk Back controls allowing drivers to adjust the desired amount of modulation speak-back.
You can read my full 29 LX review here
Essentially it is the 29 LTD on steroids - a lot more features, a beautiful LCD screen, and the durability and long-lasting expectation of a Cobra CB radio.
I included the 29 LX on my list of the BEST COBRA CB Radios (read it here)
Features:
SPECS:
Weight: 4.50 lbs. (2041.16g)
Height & Width 2.49" (6.32cm) x 7.60" (19.30cm)
Depth: 8.60" (21.84cm)
Conclusion: Cobra 29 ltd Classic vs 29 LX
As you can see, there are a few nuance changes between the staple 29 LTD classic CB radio and the upgraded version 29 LX. You can't go wrong with either.
Often times I see CB users compare the 29LX to the Bearcat 880. So I compared the two here.
Hi & Welcome!
My name is Jeremy and I have been an avid car nut for many year. My first car was an 1987 Honda CRX. I put in my first Kenwood stereo, amp, 2 10" JLs and a CB Radio in it and have been an avid user of CBs and car radios for years. I'll do my best to share my tips, information and thoughts to help you with whatever question you might have, ABOUT ME
After I graduated from High School, I worked 5 years are Radio Shack and 3 years at Circuit City answering questions and helping customers with various electronics questions.
