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Technically superior by design
Model DB-3450/VRC




Chart 1: 30-90 MHz Comparative Relative Strength On Horizon

Chart 2: 225-450 MHz Comparative Relative Strength On Horizon

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Shakespeare Model DB-3450/VRC Antenna

30-88 MHz


Shakespeare has teamed with major OEMs and military end users to produce a multi-band antenna design occupying a single radome, yet allowing significant co-site and intermod interference reduction. The design allows mechanical and electrical performance equivalent to “Legacy” antennas and utilizes only one mounting system.

The antenna’s interface reduction is gained through unique matching and choking methodologies allowing two separate feed lines up to 50dB of isolation between two antennas. The DB-3450/VRC’s small diameter radome also reduces vertical signature of multiple antennas, but provides the robust mechanical strength to thrive in hostile tactical environments.

The antenna is designed to mount in the “Legacy” mounting space available on the latest tactical vehicle configurations. Specifications were thoroughly verified by testing on the leading military proving grounds. When combined with the most recent fielded multiplexing designs, this antenna can well tolerate the RF energies produced from multiple transmitters on each band.

  • 30-88 MHz;
    225-450 MHz
  • Performance equivalent to Legacy antennas
  • Low cost
  • Port to Port isolation approaching 50 dB
List Price: $995.00  
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DB-3450/VRC Specifications
Band: 30-88 MHz
Frequency: VHF: 30 MHz to 90 MHz;
UHF: 225 MHz to 450 MHz
RF Connector: VHF/UHF BNC female 50 ohms nom.
Dual Feed: Built into base
Color & Finish: 383 Green, Tan, or Black
Max. Input Power: VHF: 150 Watts continuous
UHF: 100 watts continuous
VSWR: VHF: 3.5:1 or less when mounted on M577 vehicle;
UHF: 225-450 MHz average less than 3.0:1 over the bandwidth
Wind Rating: 70 MPH operational; 100 MPH survivable
High Voltage Protection: 20 KV RMS
Mounting: 4.5” BHC Flange - fits standard SINCGARS BHC Mounting hardware included
Patent Protected: U.S. #4958164, #6429821, and others pending, Governed by ITARS 123.9-123.10
Bandwidth: VHF: 60 MHz instantaneous, UHF: 225 MHz instantaneous
Feed Point: Built into base: BNC female connectors (2)
Ground Plane: Ground strap in base
Flange: 4.5" BHC Flange - fits standard SINCGARS BHC;
mounting hardware included
Net Weight: 10 lbs. (approx.) (4.5 kg)
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