--- product_id: 152332280 title: "HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length" brand: "unknown" price: "€ 84.50" currency: EUR in_stock: true reviews_count: 8 category: "Unknown" url: https://www.desertcart.sk/products/152332280-hf-manpack-collapsible-7-element-whip-antenna-285-cm-length store_origin: SK region: Slovakia --- # 2-30 MHz frequency range 285 cm extended length 7 collapsible stainless steel sections HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length **Brand:** unknown **Price:** € 84.50 **Availability:** βœ… In Stock ## Summary > πŸ“‘ Elevate your signal game with the ultimate collapsible whip antenna! ## Quick Answers - **What is this?** HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length by unknown - **How much does it cost?** € 84.50 with free shipping - **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship - **Where can I buy it?** [www.desertcart.sk](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/152332280-hf-manpack-collapsible-7-element-whip-antenna-285-cm-length) ## Best For - unknown enthusiasts ## Why This Product - Trusted unknown brand quality - Free international shipping included - Worldwide delivery with tracking - 15-day hassle-free returns ## Key Features - β€’ **Featherlight & Ready:** Weighs only 350 gramsβ€”carry high performance without the bulk. - β€’ **Seamless Compatibility:** Fits standard 3/8-24 UNF mounts, ideal for popular PRC radios and portable setups. - β€’ **Military-Grade Durability:** Stainless steel construction ensures rugged reliability in any environment. - β€’ **Precision Frequency Range:** Covers a broad 2-30 MHz spectrum, perfect for versatile VHF/HF communication. - β€’ **Ultra-Portable Powerhouse:** Collapsible 7-section design packs down to just 43 cm for effortless transport. ## Overview The HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna extends to 285 cm and collapses to a compact 43 cm, crafted from durable stainless steel. Designed for VHF/HF radios like PRC-77 and PRC-25, it operates across 2-30 MHz frequencies with a lightweight 350 g build and standard 3/8-24 UNF mounting, making it the go-to choice for professionals demanding portable, reliable communication gear. ## Description Lightweight Military Radio Antenna Original New condiction Used for VHF radio PRC-77, PRC-9, PRC-10 and PRC-25 7 Unit tubes combine with string Easy folding & extending. Hight quality durable use. Unit weight: 350 g Extending length: 285 CM ( 9.35 ft ) Folded length: 43 CM (17 inch) Folded width: Appr. 3.5cm (1.38 inch). Mounting thread: 3/8-24 UNFOperation frequencey range: 2-30MHzPolarization: Vertial Package: One Antenna Review: A solid antenna indistinguishable from the original at 1/5 price. - This antenna is almost indistinguishable from the original US military design. Solid, durable, and reliable this survived both pota and sota for a few years now, even in adverse weather conditions including hurricane season, at up to 100 watts HF when connected to both military and civilian radios. The thread is compatible with almost all current amateur radio coils and military antenna systems. For reenacters and historical radio users at this price you might as well buy 5 as they will cost you the same as one original. Review: Pota use with sb1000 wrc - First impressions: Seems to be fairly well made. Set up is easier than take down nice tight cords Like others have said the dab of glue was difficult to work through. Needed to clean up the threads to get it to sit flush. Not a big deal. Had plastic sleves and one piece of heat shrink tubing, maybe for permanent set up. I removed them. Set up in my back yard with a KB9VBR magic carpet style ground plain. 20 was below 1.5 across the entire band with 40 being below 2. 40 was more narrow but still no problem. I will update this review with other bands and field experience. Antenna is much heavier than previous whip from WRC. this may make the coil more likely to tip over. Due to the length 10m may not work with this set up. Unknown if collapsing a section and using attched velcro to secure will give 10m. Looks like they also make a 6 section version maybe more appropriate for higher bands Update - awesome antenna, 1st POTA activation with it and 60+ contacts in under 1hr. A bunch of DX stations as well. Only used on 20m will update with other bands in the future. Great replacment for WRC 102" whip 40 and 15 work very well, has held up well for about 10 activations so far. Will be purchasing the 6 element as well ## Features - Radio Whip Antenna - 7 sections tube - Stainless Steel Antenna - Collapsible Manpack ## Technical Specifications | Specification | Value | |---------------|-------| | ASIN | B07DWN64CN | | Antenna | Radio | | AntennaDescription | Radio | | Best Sellers Rank | #1,070 in Radio Antennas | | Brand | Unknown | | Color | Green | | Customer Reviews | 4.5 out of 5 stars 151 Reviews | | Impedance | 50 Ohms | | Item Dimensions L x W x H | 112.2"L x 1.38"W x 112.2"H | | Item Weight | 350 Grams | | Manufacturer | BESTBECAR | | Maximum Range | 600 Feet | | Model Number | AT-7B | | Number of Channels | 3 | | Number of Items | 1 | | UPC | 756438303755 | | Unit Count | 1.0 Count | | Warranty Description | one year warranty | ## Product Details - **Antenna:** Radio - **Brand:** Unknown - **Color:** Green - **Impedance:** 50 Ohms - **Manufacturer:** BESTBECAR - **Maximum Range:** 600 Feet - **Number of Channels:** 3 - **Number of Items:** 1 - **Product Dimensions:** 112.2"L x 1.38"W x 112.2"H - **UPC:** 756438303755 ## Images ![HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Image 1](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71RZVEBwc3L.jpg) ![HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Image 2](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71B0K5j9xOL.jpg) ![HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Image 3](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61FwCIIZQfL.jpg) ![HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Image 4](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/71Nmt4Od4cL.jpg) ![HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Image 5](https://m.media-amazon.com/images/I/61Hk5MXqOHL.jpg) ## Questions & Answers **Q: Will this whip work with 6m SSB?** A: It's almost exactly 1/2 wave on 6m. I use a small tuner with it and it works fine on 6m. I haven't tried it without a tuner. **Q: Is the tip threaded? If so what is the thread size?** A: Yes, the tip cap inside is threaded, and size is M16*1. The bottom thread size is standard 3/8-24. **Q: can this fit a baofeng two way radio bf-888s?** A: This antenna is 9ft tall. It will not fit on a BF888s. **Q: It works directly without any tuning?** A: Its made for hf radio with a tuner. It is a bit longer than a CB whip but seems to work ok. You could trim it with a bit of skill but it needs a groundplane first and its portable. ## Customer Reviews ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ A solid antenna indistinguishable from the original at 1/5 price. *by A***. on April 5, 2026* This antenna is almost indistinguishable from the original US military design. Solid, durable, and reliable this survived both pota and sota for a few years now, even in adverse weather conditions including hurricane season, at up to 100 watts HF when connected to both military and civilian radios. The thread is compatible with almost all current amateur radio coils and military antenna systems. For reenacters and historical radio users at this price you might as well buy 5 as they will cost you the same as one original. ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Pota use with sb1000 wrc *by J***N on August 29, 2023* First impressions: Seems to be fairly well made. Set up is easier than take down nice tight cords Like others have said the dab of glue was difficult to work through. Needed to clean up the threads to get it to sit flush. Not a big deal. Had plastic sleves and one piece of heat shrink tubing, maybe for permanent set up. I removed them. Set up in my back yard with a KB9VBR magic carpet style ground plain. 20 was below 1.5 across the entire band with 40 being below 2. 40 was more narrow but still no problem. I will update this review with other bands and field experience. Antenna is much heavier than previous whip from WRC. this may make the coil more likely to tip over. Due to the length 10m may not work with this set up. Unknown if collapsing a section and using attched velcro to secure will give 10m. Looks like they also make a 6 section version maybe more appropriate for higher bands Update - awesome antenna, 1st POTA activation with it and 60+ contacts in under 1hr. A bunch of DX stations as well. Only used on 20m will update with other bands in the future. Great replacment for WRC 102" whip 40 and 15 work very well, has held up well for about 10 activations so far. Will be purchasing the 6 element as well ### ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Looks good, but key problem - Fixed in the replacement antenna *by A***R on July 24, 2021* Updated review: The shock cord in the antenna is not very strong. Mine broke. It is still functional as an antenna, but takes more time to setup/take down and the sections do not stay together in storage. Original review: Looks like a good antenna, *BUT* there is a glob of polymer on the threads that prevents it from mating with a mount or coil. I tried to remove it, but don't want to damage the threads. I'm returning this and hopefully the replacement will fix the problem. Update after receiving the replacement antenna: The polymer 'blob' is still there, but did not block the threads in the same way the first one did. ## Frequently Bought Together - HF Manpack Collapsible 7 Element Whip Antenna 285 CM Length - Super Antenna UM3SP SuperMount with SuperSpike Antenna Mount for MP1 ham Radio Antenna - RFAdapter RG8x Coaxial Cable, CB Coax Cable, 50ft UHF PL259 Male to Male Low Loss CB Antenna Cables, 50 Ohm for HAM Radio, Antenna Analyzer --- ## Why Shop on Desertcart? - πŸ›’ **Trusted by 1.3+ Million Shoppers** β€” Serving international shoppers since 2016 - 🌍 **Shop Globally** β€” Access 737+ million products across 21 categories - πŸ’° **No Hidden Fees** β€” All customs, duties, and taxes included in the price - πŸ”„ **15-Day Free Returns** β€” Hassle-free returns (30 days for PRO members) - πŸ”’ **Secure Payments** β€” Trusted payment options with buyer protection - ⭐ **TrustPilot Rated 4.5/5** β€” Based on 8,000+ happy customer reviews **Shop now:** [https://www.desertcart.sk/products/152332280-hf-manpack-collapsible-7-element-whip-antenna-285-cm-length](https://www.desertcart.sk/products/152332280-hf-manpack-collapsible-7-element-whip-antenna-285-cm-length) --- *Product available on Desertcart Slovakia* *Store origin: SK* *Last updated: 2026-05-21*