Marine

HYS Low-Profile VHF Marine Antenna — 156–163 MHz, 5m Cable & PL-259

4.8 11 reviews 2 min read

HYS Low-Profile VHF Marine Antenna — 156–163 MHz, 5m Cable & PL-259

Product description

Frequency and power: This HYS antenna is designed for the marine VHF band and covers 156–163 MHz — including the 156–158 MHz marine channels and weather at 162 MHz. It offers about 2 dBi of gain and is rated for up to 50 watts, suitable for most mobile marine transceivers.

Compatibility: The antenna terminates in a PL‑259 plug and is intended to mate with radios that have the standard SO‑239 (UHF female) socket. It will work with many popular VHF units such as Uniden UM385BK, Garmin 215 VHF (AIS-capable), iCom and Cobra marine radios, and can receive NOAA weather broadcasts in the 162.400–162.550 MHz range.

Construction and mounting: The radiating element uses a durable rubberized material with an integrated cable and mounting clip for a low-profile fit. It uses vertical polarization and an omni-directional radiation pattern for even coverage around the vessel. The design incorporates a direct ground/lighting protection path at the base.

Cable and connector: Included is a 16.4 ft (5 m) length of RG‑58 low-loss coax with a PL‑259 connector for straightforward hookup to standard mobile VHF installations. The package includes the antenna, cable, and mounting hardware needed for typical installations.

Use case: This antenna is aimed at boaters and mobile operators needing a compact, easy-to-fit VHF solution. It’s well suited to small boats, vehicles or temporary installs where a low-profile antenna and included cable simplify setup.

Pros

  • Compact, low-profile form factor
  • Includes 5 m RG‑58 cable with PL‑259
  • Omni-directional vertical polarization

Cons

  • Only 2 dBi gain — modest range boost
  • 50 W max power rating
  • Mounting bracket may need a gasket for vibration

VerdictA compact, no-frills VHF whip that delivers solid reception and transmission across the marine VHF band and NOAA weather channels. It’s durable enough for small craft, simple to mount and includes a full 5 m RG‑58 cable with PL‑259. Expect modest 2 dBi gain and a 50 W limit — fine for typical mobile use but not for high-power shore stations.

Reviews

  1. Roberto Goicoechea 5/5

    Perfect for small craft

    Ideal for small craft

  2. Len P. 5/5

    Order mix-up but usable

    Shipped wrong but still usable.

  3. jessica j hooper 4/5

    Good value, limited reach

    Good value overall. With my 25W radio I get about 2.5 miles.

  4. chuck 5/5

    Reliable performance

    Works well

  5. adamsm 5/5

    Works on shore radio

    Works with my ship-to-shore radio

  6. Peter Pahlsson 5/5

    Surprising reach

    Solid build with marine-grade fittings. Consistently past five miles.

  7. CHRISTOFFER ERICSSON 5/5

    Compact and effective

    Compact, easy to fit; does the job on my boat.

  8. Macster 4/5

    Acceptable with caveats

    Antenna transmits and receives acceptably — my measured SWR sits just over 3 at 25 W, which is an improvement over my older LM-150 on the same power. The mounting bracket feels rough and would benefit from a gasket or better finish since vibration can loosen the assembly; take care when fastening. Overall I’ll keep it and will report back after longer exposure to weather.

  9. milan 5/5

    Truck mount performs

    Installed in my truck; clear audio, roughly 15 km reach.

  10. Jw 5/5

    Easy install, dependable

    Happy with it—performs reliably and installs without hassle.

  11. Patrick Fong 5/5

    Simple and serviceable

    Cheap but good.

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