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Galaxy 5225-XT/5226-XT 8' Antenna
- Model # 159363 | Manuf. # 5225-XT
- In Stock: Available for immediate shipment.
Shakespeare's best 8', 6dB Gain antenna. Its Collinear-phased 5/8 wave design maximizes range and quality in a great looking antenna. The 5225-XT is Shakespeare's classic Style 5225 in a new, stronger, sturdier, stiffer radome for extra duty. It's extra tough for use on hard tops, T-tops, radar arches, or wherever its extra resistance to high winds and high speeds is welcome.
- Application: Top quality VHF antenna
- Gain: 6 dB
- Length: 8'
- Material: Urethane-coated Fiberglass
- Elements: Complex brass and copper
- Base Type: 1" 14 thread, SS ferrule
- Lead: 20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector (supplied, but not installed)
- Warranty: Five years
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Pros
- Durable (3)
- Strong signal (3)
Cons
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Pros
- Attractive Design
- Durable
- Easy To Set Up
- Strong Signal
Cons
Best Uses
Comments about Galaxy 5225 XT/5226 XT 8' Antenna:
Attachment of terminal was easy with some soldering knowledge. order a solderless terminal if inexperienced.
Service and delivery comments:
Antenna arrived in good condition.
Pros
- Cost vs performance
- Durable
- Ease of installation
- Easy To Set Up
- Quality of construction
- Strong Signal
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Coast Guard Alerts
- General Communication
- Weather
Comments about Galaxy 5225 XT/5226 XT 8' Antenna:
I have had to use the radio to call for help. The signal was excellent in pitching seas. Cheaper antennae can lose signal when the boat is pitching badly. This unit has a broader signal and thankfully our calls were answered. Our boat was disabled and we were heading out under the Golden Gate Bridge to go crabbing. Anyone who knows the bay area knows how rough it can be out there. When your motor dies your only life saver is your radio. This is not part of your boat you want to scrimp on. This model has the newer low loss signal cable which is larger than the older versions.
Pros
- Durable
- Strong Signal
Cons
- none
Best Uses
- Boat
Comments about Galaxy 5225 XT/5226 XT 8' Antenna:
Works great and I love the stainless Steel bottom.
Was easy to install and I soldered the connector in place.
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