Abstract: An approach using 2 logical radios to achieve high performance in multihop mesh networks is introduced. The advantages of frequency re-use, reduced channel interference over 1 radio approaches is discussed. An approach is developed to extend the logical 2-radio system to (physical) 3-radio and 4-radio systems are explained as extensions of the logical 2-radio methodology. The ability need to support both multiple radio systems and 1-radio ad hoc mesh systems in one framework is described in the context of emergency response systems. Some unique benefits of the logical 2-Radio concept related to other mesh architectures are highlighted.