Midland MC45 Magnetic AM CB Antenna, 26-28MHz with 4.5m Cable

Magnetic AM CB Antenna, 26-28MHz

Recommended setup: the MC45 comes as one complete unit, whip, magnetic base and 4.5m cable with a PL259 plug, ready to connect to any CB radio with a standard SO-239 antenna socket. The radio is sold separately.

Overview

Need AM CB on a vehicle you can't drill? The Midland MC45 is a compact 450mm magnetic CB antenna that sits on a steel roof and plugs straight into your radio. No holes, no brackets, no installer required.

It covers 26-28MHz, which spans both NZ CB channel blocks (26.330-26.770MHz and 26.965-27.405MHz). That makes it a practical choice for hire vehicles, leased fleet utes, convoy support and anyone who wants AM CB without a permanent install. Supplied and supported from our Mt Maunganui workshop, shipped NZ-wide.

Key Features

• Magnetic base means no drilling or brackets, for hire vehicles, leased utes and anyone who can't modify the vehicle.
• Compact 450mm stainless steel whip means it clears carports, sheds and low branches better than a full-length whip, for farm and town driving.
• Heat-shrink protected whip means extra protection from weather and road grime, for vehicles that live outdoors.
• 4.5m RG-174 cable with PL259 plug means you can route it through a door seal and connect straight to the radio, for a quick fit without tools.
• 26-28MHz coverage means both NZ CB channel blocks sit within its range, for truckies and 4WD clubs on either channel set.
• Magnetic hold rated by Midland to 140km/h means it stays put at open-road speeds on a clean steel roof, for highway driving between jobs.
• 180W maximum power rating means plenty of headroom over a standard AM CB radio, for everyday mobile use.

Applications

• Hire, rental and pool vehicles
• Leased fleet utes and vans
• Convoys, rallies and event marshalling
• Rural and forestry vehicles needing temporary CB
• 4WD club trips
• A spare or backup antenna for a truckie's main setup

What's in the Box

• Midland MC45 stainless steel whip on magnetic base (supplied as one unit)
• 4.5m RG-174 coaxial cable, fitted, with PL259 (UHF male) plug
• Installation instructions

The CB radio is not included.

Compatible Radios

The MC45 connects to any CB radio with a standard SO-239 antenna socket, including:

• Midland M5-Pro AM 26MHz CB Radio

Handheld CB radios with a BNC socket need a suitable adapter. Not sure what your radio has? Call us on 07 575 2966 and we'll check it for you.

Key Specifications

Downloads: Midland MC45 datasheet and user manual (PDF)

FAQs

Do I need a licence to use the Midland MC45 in NZ?
You don't need a licence in your own name to use the MC45 in NZ. AM CB is covered by the free General User Radio Licence for Citizen Band Radio, administered by Radio Spectrum Management. Just make sure your CB radio is NZ-compliant and used on NZ CB channels.

Will the MC45 stick to any vehicle roof?
The MC45 needs a flat steel surface to hold and to work properly. It won't grip aluminium, fibreglass canopies or composite panels. Midland designs it for a metal surface of around 1m², because the roof also acts as the antenna's ground plane, so a small panel can raise SWR and cut range.

Is the MC45 weatherproof?
The MC45 is built for outdoor use, with a stainless steel whip protected by heat-shrink. To look after your paintwork, wipe the base and the roof clean before fitting, and take it off before an automatic car wash.

Does the MC45 work on both NZ CB channel blocks?
The MC45 is rated for 26-28MHz, which covers both NZ CB channel blocks. Its lowest SWR is at the centre of the band, so it's worth checking SWR on the channels you use most once it's fitted. Our technicians can check it for you.

Who is the MC45 best suited to?
The MC45 suits anyone who needs AM CB without a permanent install: hire and fleet vehicles, convoy and event support, and drivers who move a radio between vehicles. For a permanent truck or 4WD install, a full-length whip on a fixed base will usually give you more range.