{"product_id":"tait-tpa-an-004","title":"Tait TP8 TP9 16cm Helical VHF Antenna 162-174MHz","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"195\"\u003eTait TP8\/TP9 16 cm Helical VHF Antenna\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"140\" data-end=\"195\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e(162–174 MHz)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"283\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"197\" data-end=\"283\"\u003eCompact, high-performance antenna for reliable VHF communications in tight spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"285\" data-end=\"575\"\u003eThis 16 cm helical VHF antenna from the Tait TP8\/TP9 range delivers consistent performance across the 162–174 MHz band. Its small form factor and rugged construction make it ideal for urban fleets, covert vehicles, handheld systems, and installations where larger antennas aren’t practical.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"577\" data-end=\"596\"\u003eKey Features\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"598\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"687\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"600\" data-end=\"631\"\u003e162–174 MHz frequency range\u003c\/strong\u003e – Covers standard private and commercial VHF channels\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"688\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"773\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"690\" data-end=\"712\"\u003e16 cm helical whip\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compact design ideal for space-constrained installations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"774\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"873\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"776\" data-end=\"804\"\u003eGround-plane independent\u003c\/strong\u003e – Performs reliably on vehicles, boats, and handheld radio systems\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"874\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"963\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"876\" data-end=\"900\"\u003eRugged build quality\u003c\/strong\u003e – Durable materials resist vibration, sunlight, and moisture\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"964\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"1056\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"990\"\u003eLow-profile mounting\u003c\/strong\u003e – Sleek and discreet to reduce risk of snagging or interference\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1057\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1134\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1059\" data-end=\"1086\"\u003eStandard connector base\u003c\/strong\u003e – Compatible with common mounting accessories\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1136\" data-end=\"1139\"\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"1141\" data-end=\"1166\"\u003eIdeal Applications\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1168\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1170\" data-end=\"1225\"\u003eFleet and transport vehicles with height restrictions\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1226\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1228\" data-end=\"1275\"\u003eSurveillance, security, and covert operations\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1276\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1329\"\u003eHandheld radio systems with compact antenna needs\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1330\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1332\" data-end=\"1391\"\u003eMarine launches or tenders requiring low-profile antennas\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1392\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1394\" data-end=\"1454\"\u003eFixed-site deployments requiring discreet VHF connectivity\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e\u003ca title=\"https:\/\/mobilesystems.radio-antennas-q-a-1\" href=\"https:\/\/mobilesystems.myshopify.com\/blogs\/news\/radio-antennas-q-a-1\" rel=\"noopener\" target=\"_blank\"\u003eCLICK HERE to view Frequently asked Questions and Answers\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Tait","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":8660208975923,"sku":"TPA-AN-004","price":34.0,"currency_code":"NZD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0026\/7357\/3939\/files\/Tait-tp8-tp9-16cm-helical-vhf-162-174mhz-antenna.png?v=1754430405","url":"https:\/\/mobilesystems.nz\/products\/tait-tpa-an-004","provider":"MobileSystems","version":"1.0","type":"link"}