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Rugged Radios VHF External Antenna Kit for Handheld Radios (VHF 144 -

Rugged Radios VHF External Antenna Kit for Handheld Radios (VHF 144 -

$105.50 USD
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Key Features

  • VHF 1/2-wave antenna (144–174 MHz)
  • 15 ft cable with NMO mount and BNC connector
  • BNC adapter for Rugged V3, RH5R, HYT and BlackBox radios
  • Tuned for VHF 144–174 MHz — not for UHF radios
  • Extends handheld range for track and street use

The Rugged Radios VHF External Antenna Kit (VHF 144–174 MHz) relocates your handheld radio's antenna outside the vehicle to extend range for short track, circle track and street use.

What's included

  • VHF 1/2-wave antenna (144–174 MHz)
  • 15 ft of cable with NMO cable mount and BNC connector
  • BNC antenna adapter

Compatibility

This version ships with the BNC adapter for Rugged V3, RH5R, HYT and BlackBox handhelds. Separate versions cover Icom and Motorola radios and Rugged R1/RDHX/RDH16/ABH7 radios. This is a VHF (144–174 MHz) kit — it does not fit UHF (450–470 MHz) handhelds; choose the matching UHF kit for a UHF radio. Do not over-tighten the antenna onto the NMO connector.

Frequently Asked Questions

Which radios does this kit fit?

This kit's BNC adapter fits Rugged V3, RH5R, HYT and BlackBox radios. Other radios use a separate adapter version.

UHF or VHF — which do I need?

Match your radio's band. This kit is tuned for VHF 144–174 MHz; a separate UHF 450–470 MHz kit covers UHF radios.

What connector does it use?

It terminates in a BNC connector plus the included BNC antenna adapter for your handheld.

FAQ
Which radios does this kit fit?

This kit's BNC adapter fits Rugged V3, RH5R, HYT and BlackBox radios. Other radios use a separate adapter version.

UHF or VHF — which do I need?

Match your radio's band. This kit is tuned for VHF 144–174 MHz; a separate UHF 450–470 MHz kit covers UHF radios.

What connector does it use?

It terminates in a BNC connector plus the included BNC antenna adapter for your handheld.

Shipping & Returns

Free shipping on orders $250+ (standard items). Oversized items ship at calculated rates.

30-day returns with RMA required. 15% restocking fee, buyer pays return shipping. Defective items returned free with full refund.

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