{"product_id":"shakespeare-galaxy-5225-xt-8-vhf-marine-antenna-6db-gain","title":"Shakespeare Galaxy 5225-XT 8' VHF Marine Antenna, 6dB Gain","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eGalaxy 5225-XT 8' VHF Antenna - 6dB Gain - Reduced Length\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eEXTRA TOUGH!\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eShakespeare's best 8', 6dB Gain antenna. Its Galaxy design maximizes range and quality in a great looking antenna. The 5225-XT is Shakespeare's classic Style 5225 in a new, stronger, sturdier, stiffer radome for extra duty. It's extra tough for use on hard tops, T-tops, radar arches, or wherever its extra resistance to high winds and high speeds is welcome.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFeatures:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollinear-phased 5\/8 wave elements\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiency\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel ferrule with standard 1\"-14 thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e20' RG-8\/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOne section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eShakespeare Limited Warranty: 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes FME cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTechnical Specifications:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGain: 6dB\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency: VHF Marine Band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBandwidth: 3 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 50 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMax Input (Watts): 100 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC Ground: YES\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolarization: Vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e \u003c!--- cis2:m2lsl5xp ---\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Shakespeare Galaxy 5225-XT is an 8-foot VHF marine antenna designed for boaters who need a durable, high-performance antenna for hard tops, T-tops, radar arches, and other mounting locations exposed to high winds and speeds. Its reinforced radome provides extra toughness, while the 6dB gain and Galaxy design support extended range and quality communication across the VHF Marine Band.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eCollinear-phased 5\/8-wave elements with brass and copper construction provide efficient signal performance. The stainless steel ferrule uses a standard 1-inch-14 thread, and the antenna includes 20 feet of RG-8\/X low-loss cable, a PL-259 connector, and FME cables. It is a one-section antenna with vertical polarization, 50-ohm impedance, and a maximum input of 100 watts.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e6dB gain for VHF marine communication\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eExtra-tough, stiffer radome for demanding marine mounting locations\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCollinear-phased 5\/8-wave elements with brass and copper construction\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStainless steel ferrule with standard 1-inch-14 thread\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIncludes 20 feet of RG-8\/X low-loss cable, PL-259 connector, and FME cables\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSuggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch2\u003eProduct Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBrand: Shakespeare\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eModel: 5225-XT\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eFrequency: VHF Marine Band\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBandwidth: 3 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eImpedance: 50 ohms\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaximum input: 100 watts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDC ground: Yes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePolarization: Vertical\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eConfiguration: One section\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWarranty: Shakespeare Limited Warranty, 5 years\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003eChoose the Shakespeare Galaxy 5225-XT for a rugged 8-foot VHF marine antenna built for reliable installation in demanding on-water environments.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch2\u003eMeta Description\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003cp\u003eShakespeare Galaxy 5225-XT 8' VHF marine antenna with 6dB gain, tough radome, low-loss cable, PL-259 connector, and FME cables.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cstyle\u003etable.productattributes, .productattributes td { border-bottom: 1px solid #ddd; border-collapse: collapse; padding: 2px; text-align: left; }\u003c\/style\u003e\n\u003ctable class=\"productattributes\"\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Shakespeare","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47785280995417,"sku":"10636","price":264.97,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0623\/1818\/2489\/files\/10636XL.jpg?v=1794242815","url":"https:\/\/www.marinepartsonly.com\/products\/shakespeare-galaxy-5225-xt-8-vhf-marine-antenna-6db-gain","provider":"Marine Parts Only","version":"1.0","type":"link"}