Rugged Radios UHF External Antenna Kit for Handheld Radios

Using a handheld radio inside a vehicle can limit its range. Moving the antenna outside gives the radio an external antenna for handheld radio use. Universal fit - not built for one specific make or model, so confirm mounting space and wiring on your machine before ordering. The Rugged Radios kit connects a tuned GMRS and UHF whip to a handheld radio through a 15-foot cable, an NMO mount and a BNC adapter.

Key Features

• External UHF antenna extends handheld radio range inside a vehicle
• Tuned whip antenna for GMRS and UHF
• No-ground-plane antenna design
• 15-foot cable with NMO mount and BNC connector
• Radio-specific BNC adapter selection

Built To Solve: Handheld Radio Range Inside a Vehicle

• Moves the handheld radio antenna outside the vehicle to extend range.
• Connects the tuned whip to the radio through a 15-foot cable.
• Uses an NMO cable mount at the antenna connection.
• Matches the BNC adapter to the radio connector.

Best For: Drivers Using Handheld Radios in Vehicles

• Short-track drivers using a handheld radio inside the vehicle.
• Circle-track drivers looking for an external UHF antenna.
• Street users who want to extend in-vehicle handheld radio range (where permitted).
• Radio users who can select a BNC adapter for their specific radio.

Specifications

• Antenna type: GMRS and UHF no-ground-plane tuned whip
• Cable length: 15 feet
• Connector: BNC; adapter is radio-specific
• Manufacturer part numbers: EXT-ANT-KIT-UHF-ABH (R1 - GMR2 PLUS - RDH16 - RDHX - ABH7), EXT-ANT-KIT-UHF-5R (V3 - RH5R - HYT - BlackBox BNC Adapter), EXT-ANT-KIT-UHF-ICOM (Icom BNC Adapter), EXT-ANT-KIT-UHF-MOT (Motorola BNC Adapter), EXT-ANT-KIT-UHF-VX (Vertex BNC Adapter)

What's in the Box

• GMRS and UHF no-ground-plane tuned whip antenna
• 15-foot cable with NMO cable mount and BNC connector
• BNC antenna adapter

Fitment

• Universal fit - not built for one specific make or model. Fitment is not guaranteed on unlisted applications, so confirm mounting space and wiring on your machine before ordering.

Fitment is based on current product data for this part and is not guaranteed on unlisted applications. If you don't see your exact setup, contact us and we'll confirm fitment before you order.

FAQ

Does the whip require a ground plane?

No. The tuned GMRS and UHF whip is a no-ground-plane design.

Is there a caution when attaching the antenna?

Do not overtighten the antenna to the NMO connector.

How do I choose the BNC adapter?

Choose the connector for your specific handheld radio.

How long is the antenna cable?

The cable is 15 feet long.

Will one BNC adapter work with every radio?

BNC adapters are radio-specific, so the connector must match the radio.

Why Rugged Radios

Rugged Radios pairs a tuned no-ground-plane UHF whip with a radio-specific BNC adapter for handheld radio use.

Extend Handheld Radio Range

Choose the BNC connector for your radio and order the Rugged Radios external antenna kit.