The MX170C NAV/COMM is designed to be electrically and mechanically interchangeable with the Bendix King KX170 & KX175 series of NAV/COMM radios. The channeling outputs are for 40-channel glide slope (King Glide Slope) and 200 channels (King Slip Code). |
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I own and use one of these radios already installed in my my aircraft. Recently when an old kings KX170 B finally died I decided to by this radio again. Easy installation with this slide in replacement. The unit works fine and I am happy with it. Be aware that the manufacturer has gone out of business but my other radio has worked well for many years. I dont know what would happen if warranty repairs are needed.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
I have now operated the MX170C for about 10 flight hours. It is a wonderful solution to an aging KX170/175. Installation is simple. I love having the flip-flop frequency feature for both COMM and NAV. There is only one drawback with the device so far: In certain lighting - low sun angles - the digital display can be hard to read. Holding up a clipboard to create a shadow solves the problem.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
Excellent radios. Great service from Spruce!! Direct plugin swap. Old out, new in. Done
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
Easy to instal and works great
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
Great drop in replacement for my old KX170B. Them radio works well, and I really like the ability to preload the next frequency I’m going to use. Helps me get ahead of the game when flying IFR.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
This is the second MX170 C Radio I have purchased from Aircraft Spruce. It was the best price and delivered as promised. It’s a direct fit and works great.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
Slide the old 170B out may need to pry it out with flat blade screwdriver] and slide MX170C in. Very simple. Owner entry in logbook. Used 10 hrs and very happy.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
It is a really nice radio to replace the kx170b. The fact that it really is a slide in plug and play replacement is nice. You don’t need a shop visit.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
Ordered nav/com online and it was ready when I arrived. Store associate was friendly and helpful. Radio was installed per instructions and fired right up. Very happy with radio and service.
TKM MX 170C NAV/COM REPLACEMEN
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This is a replacement for the King KX 170 & 175 series Nav/Coms and the CDI you used with the King will work with the TKM 170C. Otherwise the TKM MC-60 is the only one TKM recommends.
No, the only version TKM makes is for the 14 volt replacement for the KX 170 & 175 series.
As this is a direct slide in replacement for King KX 170- and 175 series Nav/Coms, the Michel MX 170 would support the same glide slope indicators. This is a new unit.
The manufacturer’s warranty is 2 years for the MX170C Nav/Com radio.
Yes the MX170C is a direct slide-in replacement for the KX170-B. This will hook right up with the existing equipment in the aircraft that the KX170-B is hooked up to without any additional installation.
Per the manufacturer, the MX170C will automatically dim dependent upon ambient light conditions. The sensitivity can be adjusted using the trim pot located on the front panel.
This unit does not include a tray or connectors. These are sold as drop in, plug and play replacements. Trays and connectors are only available on the used market.
There was a transducer changed in the MX170B to meet new European standards, after changing the transducer TKM had to update the model number to MX170C to be in compliance with FAA standards.
Per the manufacturer a logbook entry can suffice but we recommend talking to your A&P to process any paperwork accordingly.
The display is digital.