{"product_id":"rfi-cd29-148174-53-148174mhz-broadband-ground-independent-mopole-antenna-cw-5m-cable","title":"RFI CD29-148174-53 – 148–174MHz Broadband Ground Independent Mopole Antenna c\/w 5m Cable","description":"\u003ch2\u003eRFI CD29-148174-53 – 148–174MHz Broadband Ground Independent Mopole\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWith MBC Base c\/w 5m Cable (Tapered Stainless Steel Radiator)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe RFI CD29-148174-53 is a high-performance VHF broadband ground independent Mopole antenna, supplied complete with a 5m cable. It covers 148–174MHz and is designed for commercial, emergency services, and government communication applications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD29-148174-53 is a broadband VHF Mopole antenna supplied with an MBC base and a 5m coaxial cable already fitted, saving you sourcing a separate cable and adaptor. Its no-tune design eliminates the need to tune in the field, reducing installation costs and complexity while improving coverage across the whole band.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe tapered stainless steel radiator is highly flexible and resistant to knocks and bends, and the ground independent design means it doesn't rely on a large metal ground plane, useful for alternative mounting positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNeed a different VHF sub-band or configuration? This antenna is also part of a wider CD29 series, see \"Other Bands in This Series\" below.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBroadband coverage across 148–174MHz\u003c\/strong\u003e means one antenna covers the whole band with no field tuning, for installers working through multiple vehicles on a schedule.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3dB gain Mopole design\u003c\/strong\u003e means stronger signal than a standard unity-gain whip, without needing a ground plane.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSupplied with 5m cable\u003c\/strong\u003e means no separate cable or adaptor to source, for a faster, simpler install.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTapered stainless steel radiator\u003c\/strong\u003e means strength and durability, for vehicles working in rough conditions.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeavy-duty construction with flexible spring base\u003c\/strong\u003e means better durability in demanding environments.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eApplications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCommercial and government fleet vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEmergency service vehicles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUtility and transport communications\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlternative mounting positions where a full ground plane isn't available\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat's in the Box\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1 x RFI CD29-148174-53 Mopole antenna with MBC base and 5m cable fitted\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eInstallation instructions\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNot included:\u003c\/strong\u003e mounting bracket, sold separately\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eComplete Your Setup\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis antenna's MBC base still needs a suitable mounting bracket to complete the install. This isn't currently listed in our store, get in touch and we'll help you find the right one.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eKey Specifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable style=\"width:100%; border-collapse: collapse;\"\u003e\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBrand\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eRFI\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eModel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eCD29-148174-53\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFrequency range\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e148–174MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGain\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e3dB (per RFI CD29 Series spec sheet)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eImpedance\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e50 ohms\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eVSWR\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u0026lt;1.5:1 across the band\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePower rating\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e100W\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLength\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eapprox. 1.6m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMounting\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eMBC base (requires suitable mounting bracket)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eRadiator\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eTapered stainless steel, black finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCable\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e5m, fitted\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWeight\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd style=\"border:1px solid #ddd; padding:8px;\"\u003eapprox. 0.9kg\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOther Bands in This Series\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe CD29 series covers several VHF sub-bands and configurations. If you don't need the 5m cable or want a different band, see CD29-138166-50 (138-166MHz, MBC base), CD29-148174-50 (148-174MHz, MBC base, no cable), or CD29-148174-00 (148-174MHz, whip only). These are different configurations or bands, not direct substitutes, so pick the one that matches your licensed frequency and cable needs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVideo\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eNo product video currently available for this model.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this need a large ground plane to work?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the ground independent design means it performs reliably without a large metal ground plane, useful for alternative mounting positions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the antenna need field tuning?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eNo, the CD29 series uses a no-tune broadband design that covers the whole band straight out of the box.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes the antenna include cable and connector?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes, this version comes with a 5m cable already fitted, saving you sourcing one separately. A mounting bracket is still sold separately.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat does the gain figure mean in practice?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe CD29-148174-53 is rated at 3dB gain per RFI's CD29 Series specification sheet, giving a real improvement over a standard unity-gain whip.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan Mobile Systems Limited install this antenna?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYes. 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