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Low-profile white VHF antenna with NMO mount

Laird Technologies

Laird Technologies TRAT1560 VHF 156-172MHz 3dBi NMO White Antenna

SKU CH-9BT1-6YHJQ

Low-profile VHF antenna covering 156-172 MHz with 3 dBi gain and patented field diversity for wide bandwidth and low visibility

  • Product typeAntenna
  • Covers VHF 156-172 MHz for reliable marine or land-mobile use
  • 3 dBi gain boosts signal reach without a tall whip
  • Patented field diversity adds horizontal polarisation for better multipath performance
  • Low-profile NMO mount installs quickly and stays discreet on the roof
  • Also offered in UHF, 800/900 MHz, 2.4 GHz and 5.8 GHz versions

VHF 156–172 MHz antenna for low-profile mounting

The TRAT1560 is a white NMO antenna covering the 156 to 172 MHz band with 3 dBi gain. Its patented Field Diversity design combines vertical and horizontal polarization components for frequency agility and wide bandwidth. The low-profile cellular form factor keeps visibility low on fleet or public-safety vehicles. Builders needing multi-band cellular or GPS coverage should choose a different model from the same series.

Sustained RF performance with 3 dB MEG advantage

Field Diversity maintains consistent radiation patterns during prolonged transmit cycles rather than peaking only in short bursts. The 3 dB maximum effective gain outperforms a conventional 3 dB antenna in many real-world mobile scenarios. Horizontal polarization components reduce nulls caused by vehicle body shielding. Installers who require higher gain on a single fixed frequency will not find that specification here.

Simple NMO installation with common pitfalls

The antenna threads onto any standard NMO mount, so no special tools or adapters are required. Patented Field Diversity hardware is integrated, eliminating separate diversity modules that often loosen over time. White finish matches most roof colours without extra painting. Over-tightening the NMO nut can deform the mount gasket and let water in, so hand-tighten only.

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Price $150.99
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Product typeAntenna

Questions about this item

Will the TRAT1560 run hot or draw much power when transmitting continuously?

The antenna is a passive component with no power supply or active electronics, so it generates no heat and consumes no power itself.

What existing hardware is required to install and use this antenna?

You need an NMO mounting base and a coaxial cable with a connector that matches your radio equipment.

Can the TRAT1560 work alongside older VHF radios that only cover part of the 156-172MHz range?

Yes, the antenna covers the full 156-172MHz band, so it will function with any radio operating within that span.

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