Vehicular Antennas

120-49

16’ (4.8 m) HF FOUR-SECTION VEHICULAR ANTENNA w/o BASE | 2-30 MHz

Band
  • HF
NSN
5985015391084

Overview

Shakespeare®s 120-Series is a versatile, transportable HF antenna system engineered for reliable military and field communications. Operating across the 2–30 MHz frequency range (with an external antenna tuner), the system accommodates a variety of antenna heights, mounting options, and configurations for vehicular and stationary applications.
Shakespeare® 120-49 is a durable, vehicular HF antenna. It operates across the 2–30 MHz frequency range with an external antenna tuner. Constructed from durable fiberglass, this 16 ft (4.8 m) antenna consists of four 4 ft (1.2 m) sections for convenient transport and flexible deployment. Shakespeare’s exclusive taper-rolled thread ferrules provide mechanical strength and positive electrical contact, even when the antenna flexes. Rated for up to 1 kW of power, 120-49 features vertical polarization and an omnidirectional radiation pattern to support broad-area communications.

Specifications

Electrical
Frequency Range 2 - 30 MHz with tuner
Radiation Pattern Omnidirectional
Polarization Vertical
Input Impedance 50 OHM
Power 1 KW
Mechanical
Height 16’ (4.8 m) 4 sections
Weight 30 lbs. (13.6 kg) nominal
Wind Rating Up to 80 MPH (unguyed - depends on soil conditions)
Color Green, Tan