The 2008 is a high performance model, and has a low radiation angle for excellent DX  working. Built to very high standards and rated at 1kw continuous power, the 2008 will give years of service, and is great value for money.

This antenna is part of the Sirio Series 2000 antenna range. This antenna, the Serio 2016 CB antenna, is the 8 radial version.

Key Features/Specifications:

• CB or 10 metre Amateur Base station antenna, Omnidirectional
• High power handling capability
• Low radiation angle for excellent DX
• Coil protected by transparent cover
• Whip equipped with waterproof jointing sleeve
• Equipped with excellent multi element ground plane
• Protection from static discharges DC-Ground
• Made of aluminium alloy 6063 T-832

Electrical Data :

• Type: 5/8 wave ground plane
• Frequency range: tunable from 26.4 to 28.2 MHz
• Impedance: 50 Ohms
• Radiation (H-plane): 360° omnidirectional
• Polarization: linear vertical
• Gain: 1.3 dBd, 3.45 dBi
• Bandwidth @ SWR ? 2:
• SWR @ res. freq.: < 1:1
• Max. power :-
• 1000 Watts (CW) continuous
• 3000 Watts (CW) short time
• Feed system / position: Transformer DC-ground / base
• Connector: UHF-female

Mechanical Data :

• Materials: Aluminium, Copper, Nylon
• Wind load / resistance: 166 N at 150 Km/h / 130 Km/h
• Wind surface: 0.14 m²
• Height (approx.): 6100 mm
• Weight (approx.): 5300 gr
• Radial length (approx.):
• SIRIO 2008 : 1320 mm
• Mounting mast: Ø 40-50 mm