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📻 twayrdio 18.7-inch foldable tactical antenna for baofeng uv-5r series, bf-888s, gt-3, kenwood, linton radio - sma female cs 144/430mhz 2m/70cm two-way radio antenna logo

📻 TWAYRDIO 18.7-inch Foldable Tactical Antenna for Baofeng UV-5R Series, BF-888S, GT-3, Kenwood, Linton Radio - SMA Female CS 144/430MHz 2M/70CM Two-Way Radio Antenna Review

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Revainrating 4.5 out of 5  
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BrandTWAYRDIO
Impedance50 Ohm

Description of 📻 TWAYRDIO 18.7-inch Foldable Tactical Antenna for Baofeng UV-5R Series, BF-888S, GT-3, Kenwood, Linton Radio - SMA Female CS 144/430MHz 2M/70CM Two-Way Radio Antenna

Frequency range: 144/430Mhz (amateur band 2m/70cm) Model: TW-771FG tactical antenna. Connector: SMA-Female; Max power: 20W; V.S.W.R: less 1.5; Gain: 2.15/3.2dBi; Impedance: 50Ω. The tactical antenna height is 47.5cm/18.7inch. The base of the antenna and gooseneck part are fixed together, and tapeline part can be unscrewed. The tactical antenna is foldable. Using the complimentary nylon belt, the antenna can be shortened, greatly convenient for outdoor activities. International standard SMA-Female connector. Suitable for most two-way radios with SMA-Male antenna mount. The suitable radio model can be referred to the product description. If you need more combinations of this antenna, you can find them by typing "B089WDRYZ5" or "B089WDYJ3G" in the search box.

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Revainrating 4 out of 5

Perfect fit for uv5r5

I put this on my uv5r5 and it fits perfectly. What I don't know is what the black washer and red o-ring are for. It is possible that they are needed for other models. Judging by their size, I could not understand where they are needed. Otherwise everything went great. I found out the little red o-ring by looking at the photo on the product page. It goes around a groove in the base of the antenna.

Pros
  • Frequency band: 144/430MHz (2m/70cm amateur band) Model: TW-771FG tactical antenna
Cons
  • So far so good

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Easy Update for Baofeng BF-F8HP

I don't have an actual test set but I will say it mounts easily to my BF-F8HP radio and performs at least as well if not better than that original antenna. The advantage of this antenna is that it can be folded (actually several times) to make it easier to store the radio in a pocket or bag. Watching the video is a good way to demonstrate how the antenna "snaps into place" when bent and straightened. It's easy to do and doesn't leave any noticeable creases. It comes with a washer, the purpose…

Pros
  • Connector: SMA Female; Maximum power: 20W; SWR: less than 1.5; Gain: 2.15/3.2 dBi; Impedance: 50 ohms
Cons
  • Hard to remember but it was

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Perfect fit for uv5r5

I fitted these to my uv5r5 and they fit perfectly. What I don't know is what the black washer and red o-ring are for. Maybe they will be needed for other models. Judging by their size, I could not understand where they are needed. Otherwise everything went great. I found out the little red o-ring by looking at the photo on the product page. It goes around a groove in the base of the antenna.

Pros
  • Great price
Cons
  • Long delivery time

Revainrating 4 out of 5

Easy upgrade for Baofeng BF-F8HP

I don't have any fact checking equipment but I will say it installs easily on my BF-F8HP radio and performs at least as well if not better the original antenna. The advantage of this antenna is that it can be folded (actually several times) to make it easier to store the radio in a pocket or bag. Watching the video is a good way to demonstrate how the antenna "snaps into place" when bent and straightened. It's easy to do and doesn't leave any noticeable creases. It comes with a washer, the…

Pros
  • Slim design
Cons
  • So-so

Revainrating 5 out of 5

Good transmission and reception

I tested it with two different radios, Baofeng F8HP and Olywiz. Both worked perfectly. I was able to ping my local relays with no problem. Transmission has been reported to be as clear, if not clearer, than a standard rubber stud antenna. So from a functional point of view this is a good antenna. What attracted me was the ability to fold it up and put it away. Carrying a radio with an 18 inch antenna is a problem on the bottom. However, if you can easily and safely fold this antenna, it becomes

Pros
  • Absolute legend
Cons
  • High price