{"product_id":"atv-6b-vhf-3-5-inch-stubby-antenna","title":"ATV-6B VHF 3.5 inch Stubby Antenna","description":"\u003ch2\u003eATV-6B VHF 3.5-Inch Stubby Antenna: Low-Profile Whip for Vertex Portables\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eVHF only · 150–163 MHz · 3.5 in length · Stubby antenna · 2Way Radio Solutions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATV-6B is a short, 3.5-inch VHF stubby antenna built for a low-profile look on compatible two-way radios. It covers the 150–163 MHz VHF band only and is not a UHF antenna. Browse more compatible parts in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/collections\/motorola-accessories-1\"\u003eMotorola Accessories\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWho it's for\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eChoose the ATV-6B if you want a more discreet, lower-profile antenna than a standard 6-inch whip on a compatible Vertex portable. Note: if you already experience reception issues with a standard 6-inch antenna, switching to a shorter stubby may make those issues worse, so weigh profile against reception for your use. If your radio runs on UHF, see the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.2wayradiosolutions.com\/products\/atu-6ds-uhf-3-5-in-stubby-antenna\"\u003eATU-6DS UHF 3.5 in Stubby Antenna\u003c\/a\u003e instead.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eKey features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLow-profile design:\u003c\/strong\u003e 3.5-inch length for a cleaner, more compact look than a standard 6-inch whip.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVHF band:\u003c\/strong\u003e rated for 150–163 MHz; matches VHF-only radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWide compatibility:\u003c\/strong\u003e fits a broad range of Vertex VX-series and EVX portables.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStubby form factor:\u003c\/strong\u003e trades some length for a discreet profile on portable radios.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eATV-6B\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStubby antenna\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBand\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVHF only\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFrequency range\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e150–163 MHz\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3.5 inches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCompatible radios\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVX-160, VX-180, VX-231, VX-351, VX-354, VX-414, VX-417, VX-424, VX-427, VX-921, VX-924, VX-929, VX-261, VX-264, EVX-261\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVendor\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2Way Radio Solutions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat is a stubby antenna?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA stubby antenna is a shorter antenna chosen for a lower, more compact profile on a portable radio. The ATV-6B is 3.5 inches. A shorter antenna trades length for a cleaner profile, which on the margins can affect reception versus a longer standard antenna.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat frequency range does the ATV-6B cover?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe ATV-6B is VHF frequency only and is rated for 150–163 MHz. It is not a UHF antenna. Confirm your radio operates within this VHF range before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich radios are compatible with the ATV-6B antenna?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt is listed as compatible with these two-way radios: VX-160, VX-180, VX-231, VX-351, VX-354, VX-414, VX-417, VX-424, VX-427, VX-921, VX-924, VX-929, VX-261, VX-264, and EVX-261. If your model is not listed, contact us to confirm fit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes a shorter VHF antenna reduce range?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA shorter stubby antenna is chosen for a lower profile. If you already have reception issues with a standard 6-inch antenna, switching to the shorter stubby may make those issues worse, so weigh profile against reception for your use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know if I need a VHF or UHF antenna?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch the antenna to your radio's frequency band. The ATV-6B is a VHF antenna (150–163 MHz). If your radio runs on UHF, this is not the correct antenna. If you are unsure which band your radio uses, contact us.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\", \"@type\": \"FAQPage\", \"mainEntity\": [{\"@type\": \"Question\", \"name\": \"What is a stubby antenna?\", \"acceptedAnswer\": {\"@type\": \"Answer\", \"text\": \"A stubby antenna is a shorter antenna chosen for a lower, more compact profile on a portable radio. The ATV-6B is 3.5 inches. 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