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VHF sectional vehicle whip, monopole, 2.6 m, 30-88 MHz

VHF3088EF Series

The VHF3088EF is a VHF vehicle antenna operating over the 30-88 MHz frequency band.  It has been designed for use on all modern in‐service military platforms, including armoured or soft skin, metal chassis or composite, wheeled or tracked.  The antenna is a monopole design so requires a ground plane to operate.

Bases are available for vehicle, mast and fixed mounting with optional L1 and L1/L2GPS.

Frequency Range 30-88 MHz
VSWR see datasheet
Nominal Impedance 50 Ω
Power Rating 100 W CW
Gain see datasheet
Radiation Pattern Azimuth:  Omnidirectional
Polarisation Vertical
Connector VHF: BNC female (others on request)
GPS (option): SMA female
Design End fed whip.  Radiating elements completely enclosed in epoxy/fibreglass laminate.  Metal parts are brass and stainless steel.
Length, Mounted VHF3088EF:  2.62 m
VHF3088EF-GPS: 2.64 m
Weight 2.7 kg
Wind Rating 55 m/s = 201 km/h
Finish Polyurethane lacquer, olive drab (others on request)
Temperature Range – 55°C to + 55°C