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GME AE409L UHF CB Fold down Stainless Steel Antenna
- Model: AE409L
- Shipping Cost: $9.95
$129.00
GME AE409L – 830mm/1230mm Fold-Down
UHF CB Stainless Steel Antenna (6.6/9.1 dBi Gain)
Rugged Aussie toughness for 4WD adventures, highway hauls, and urban commutes – switch gains on the fly!
Engineered by GME for Australia's brutal outback and coastal conditions, the AE409L delivers versatile, ground-independent UHF CB performance. Its innovative fold-down base lets you drop it flat for garages, ferries, or low branches, while interchangeable stainless steel whips give you 6.6 dBi for all-around coverage or 9.1 dBi for long-range punch. Mount it on bull bars, mirrors, or fiberglass canopies – no ground plane needed.
Backed by GME's 3-year warranty and trusted by SES volunteers and overlanders nationwide.
Why the GME AE409L Stands Out
- Seamless fold-down action: One-handed operation; heavy-duty stainless spring holds firm off-road but folds effortlessly for clearance.
- Dual-gain versatility: 830 mm whip (6.6 dBi) for broad, obstacle-resistant signals; add the 1230 mm extension (9.1 dBi) for extended highway range.
- Corrosion-proof build: 100% marine-grade stainless steel resists salt spray, red dust, and UV – lasts years in harsh Aussie weather.
- Ground-independent design: Ideal for non-metal surfaces like caravans, boats, or roof racks.
- Pre-tuned excellence: Factory-optimized for the full 477 MHz band; no retuning hassle when swapping whips.
- Proven reliability: "The very best type of antenna you can buy for UHF CB radios" – echoes decades of user trust since the '90s.
Technical Specifications
| Feature | Details |
|---|---|
| Frequency Range | 477 MHz (UHF CB, full 80-channel coverage) |
| Gain | 6.6 dBi (base whip) / 9.1 dBi (extended) |
| Antenna Length | 830 mm (6.6 dBi) / 1230 mm (9.1 dBi) |
| VSWR | <1.5:1 across the band (pre-tuned) |
| Power Handling | 500W forward / 2kW PEP |
| Construction | Stainless steel whips & parallel spring base |
| Mounting | 5/8" UNEF thread (standard bull bar/mirror) |
| Cable | 4.5 m RG58 low-loss coaxial with PL-259 |
| Radiation Pattern | Omnidirectional (broader at 6.6 dBi) |
| Weight | 650 g (assembly) |
What's in the Box
- Fold-down base & stainless steel spring assembly
- 6.6 dBi stainless steel whip (830 mm)
- 9.1 dBi extension whip (400 mm coil section)
- 4.5 m RG58 coaxial cable with PL-259 connector
- Quick-install guide & GME warranty card
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