Special Application Antennas
SKP-NVIS
180" (4.5m) HF NVIS ANTENNA | 1.8-54 MHz
Shakespeare® SKP-NVIS is a lightweight, portable HF Near Vertical Incidence Skywave (NVIS) antenna engineered for reliable communications in demanding field environments. Based on the proven design of the U.S. Army’s AS-2259/GR antenna, the SKP-NVIS offers enhanced portability, reduced weight, and expanded frequency coverage without compromising rugged durability. Operating across a broad 1.8–54 MHz frequency range, this antenna is designed for versatile field deployment and dependable performance in challenging conditions.
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Includes
- 2 x 25’ (7.6 m) 16
- 1 x 73’ (22.2 m) Wire on Winder
- 1 x 25’ (7.6 m) Wire on Winder
- 1 x 50’ (15.2 m) Mini Paracord on Winder
- 1 x Throw Bag
- 1 x SKP MIL 2.0
- 1 x Spike Mount
- 1 x 50’ (15.2 m) coax/RFI Choke (BNC Connectors)
- 1 x Carrying Bag
- 1 x Antioxidant Tube Stainless Steel Hardware
Specifications
| Frequency Range | 1.8 – 54 MHz |
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| Radiation Pattern | Omnidirectional |
| Instantaneous Bandwidth | 52.2 MHz |
| Polarization | Near Vertical |
| Input Impedance | 50 OHMS Nominal |
| Power | 250 W CW |
| Connector | Type - BNC |
| VSWR | 2.5:1 |
| Height | 180" (4.5m) |
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| Weight | < 3 lbs. (< 1.36 kg) |