SLIM DUCK Super efficient VHF antenna show a OMNI directional 3 dbd gain . They are impedance matched to a hand held radio. Utilizing the Tuned Antenna's one piece NT-MIL space age covering (strong and flexible). This flex coil matching network provides at band center low SWR as well as a + - 5 MHz from band center. Antenna tuned at 160 MHz being the band center, the antenna will perform between 155 - 165 MHz. length 7" Electrical - 50 Watts max power - Impedance matched to the portable Exterior exclusive NT-mil covering Dipped in synthetic rubber to provide a weather seal & webb coil, preventing distortion Features Electrical - 50 Watts max power - Impedance matched to the portable Helical Elements Construction - Exterior exclusive NT-mil covering - Dipped in synthetic rubber to provide a weather seal & webb coil, preventing distortion - Highly efficient copper-plated helical wound hardened steel wire Flow soldered nickel plated brass base The hand tuned antenna bases are all flow soldered assuring excelled electrical connection, plus double protection at point of maximum stress. The Smiley Antenna Co. manufactures antennas for emergency services, border patrol, as well as beacon antennas for boats, planes, etc. In fact, we designed an antenna that is now sending back signals on the Saturn space probe. We are very proud of our product and hope you are too. (**Smiley Base FITS Baofeng, Wouxon, Yaesu, Kenwood, Moto, Icom, Uniden, Radioddity, Rugged Radio, Btech, TYT Anytone, Tid Radio, Bingfu, and MORE.. ** SEE Radio Manual for proper base selection**) The Smiley Antenna 160 MHz Slim Duck is a compact, high-efficiency VHF handheld antenna designed for users who need dependable communication and monitoring performance in a flexible, low-profile package. Hand tuned with a 160 MHz center frequency and optimized for operation throughout the 155-165 MHz range, this antenna is engineered to provide excellent performance for VHF communications and monitoring applications while remaining compact and comfortable for everyday handheld radio use. Measuring approximately 7 inches long, the Slim Duck utilizes an efficient design that is impedance matched for handheld radio operation. The flexible construction makes it well suited for portable use while maintaining the durability needed for demanding field environments. Built with Smiley Antenna's one-piece NT-MIL covering system, the antenna is strong, flexible, and designed to withstand everyday use. The tuned matching network is engineered to provide dependable operation across the intended operating range. Popular applications include scanner listening, receive-only monitoring, search and rescue monitoring, forestry monitoring, wildland fire support monitoring, transportation monitoring, utility monitoring, public works monitoring, weather monitoring, agriculture operations, preparedness activities, off-road communications, overlanding, trail communications, outdoor recreation, and general VHF radio use. Because this model features a BNC connector, it is especially popular with scanner listeners, monitoring enthusiasts, race fans, weather spotters, preparedness users, and public safety monitoring enthusiasts seeking improved handheld performance. ### The Smiley Difference Since 1984, Smiley Antenna Co., Inc. has focused on building antennas for real-world performance. Every antenna is hand assembled and hand tuned in the USA using master reference antennas and actual radio systems. Unlike many mass-produced antennas designed primarily around laboratory measurements, Smiley Antenna products are optimized around practical operating conditions where radios are actually used. Portable radios operate as a complete system that includes the radio chassis, battery pack, antenna, operator, vehicle, and surrounding environment. Because of these variables, measurements taken with adapters, handheld analyzers, or standalone SWR meters may not always reflect actual field performance. For this reason, Smiley Antenna designs are optimized for communication effectiveness in real-world use rather than laboratory measurements alone. The result is a durable antenna trusted by search and rescue volunteers, scanner listeners, forestry personnel, preparedness enthusiasts, off-road users, agricultural operators, weather spotters, and radio hobbyists throughout the United States. This model features a BNC connector. Please verify connector compatibility before ordering. ✔ TUNED FOR 160 MHZ VHF PERFORMANCE – Hand tuned with a 160 MHz center frequency and optimized for operation throughout the 155-165 MHz range for compatible VHF communication and monitoring systems. ✔ COMPACT HIGH-EFFICIENCY SLIM DUCK DESIGN – Approximately 7 inches long with a flexible profile, impedance matched for handheld radio operation and designed to provide dependable real-world performance in a compact package. ✔ SCANNER LISTENING, SAR & FORESTRY MONITORING – Excellent for scanner listening, receive-only monitoring,