Vehicular Antennas
DB-3450T/VRC
99" (2.5 m) VHF, UHF, BROADBAND TACTICAL DUAL BAND ANTENNA | 30-88 MHz - 225-450 MHz
- Bands
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- Broadband
- UHF
- VHF
- NSN
- 5985016121737
Overview
Shakespeare® DB-3450T/VRC is a high-performance, low cost tactical dual-band antenna engineered for reliable VHF and UHF communications in demanding military and field environments. Operating across the 30–88 MHz and 225–450 MHz frequency ranges, this versatile antenna integrates two independent antenna systems within a single radome, delivering mechanical and electrical performance comparable to legacy single-band antennas while reducing antenna footprint and vertical signature.
Designed to minimize co-site interference and intermodulation, the DB-3450T/VRC features advanced matching and choking technology with separate feed lines that provide up to 50 dB of port-to-port isolation. Its integrated dual-feed base supports simultaneous connection to multiple radio systems while maintaining a single mounting configuration.
Featuring a rugged, small-diameter radome, the DB-3450T/VRC is engineered to withstand demanding tactical environments and fit existing antenna mounting locations on military vehicles. Designed to support modern multi-mission communications, the antenna provides a durable, space-efficient solution for tactical applications requiring dual-band performance.
Specifications
| Frequency Range | 30 - 88 MHz 225 - 450 MHz |
|---|---|
| Radiation Pattern | Monopole |
| Instantaneous Bandwidth | VHF=58 MHz UHF=225 MHz |
| Input Impedance | 50 OHMS Nominal |
| Power | 150 W CW (30-88 MHz) 100 W CW (225–450 MHz) |
| Connector | Type - BNC (30-88 MHz) Type - BNC (225-450 MHz) |
| VSWR | Average 3.5:1 or Less (30-88 MHz) Average 3.0:1 or Less (225-450 MHz) |
| Gain | -2 to +4 dBi (30-88 MHz) -4 to +5 dBi (225-450 MHz) |
| Height | 99" (2.5 m) |
|---|---|
| Weight | 11 lbs. (4.9 kg) |
| Color | Tan |