AE4705WB 1200MM HEAVY DUTY ANTENNA

GME Antenna 1200mm Heavy Duty Radome AS004B Spring White / Black 6.6dBi Gain

You asked and GME listened. The limited edition AE4700 radome series range is here for a short time only with limited stock available, featuring three new colour combinations. Best of all, they are made in Australia.

The AE4700 series is an adaptable antenna system with an easy screw-down fitment of the whip, allowing for interchangeability of whips. These antennas are perfect for hitting the tough tracks or rugged touring, thanks to their heavy duty spring base. Stock won’t last, so get yours while it is still available.

Built Tough for Australian Conditions

GME's range of antennas are built tough with quality materials to take on the harsh landscape of Australia. Check out the range of GME antennas, available from 2.1-8.1 dBi in various lengths.

Repco also offers replacement antenna whips, so you can easily change your antenna needs on the fly—just screw them onto the original base.

Understanding dBi Gain

When buying an antenna, you want to ensure it’s effective for your UHF needs and not just something that looks good on the bull bar. Antenna gain is measured in dBi, which is a measure of an antenna’s ability to direct or concentrate radio frequency energy in a particular pattern or direction.

It’s important to note that dBi gain isn’t just about choosing the antenna with the biggest number—it’s about selecting one that suits your specific needs.

Choosing the Right Antenna for Your 4WD

Choosing the right antenna can seem confusing at first. However, if you know where you’ll primarily be using your 4WD’s UHF system, it becomes much simpler.

Consider the following:

• Are you using your 4WD for going bush?
• Up through the mountains?
• Down into rivers and valleys?
• Or are you primarily using your UHF system on flat country roads?

Figuring this out will help you select the right antenna and get the most out of your purchase.

Simple Rule of Thumb for Understanding dBi Gain

• High Gain Antenna (8.1 dBi)
  Ideal for flat countryside with fewer obstacles in the signal’s path. Perfect for touring the outback, heading up the Hume, or playing i-spy with your mates on the treeless Nullarbor desert plains. The signal radiates in a straight, narrow path.

• Medium Gain Antenna (5.1 - 6.6 dBi)
  The go-to antenna for versatile use. Ideally suited for driving around suburban and country areas. Medium gain antennas are less likely to be obstructed by buildings, trees, or mountains.

• Unity Gain Antenna (2.1 dBi)
  Outputs a signal at the same level as the input. Works on a very broad pattern and is far less likely to be obstructed by buildings, trees, rugged terrain, or mountains.