Maco Comet

The Maco Comet is a high-performance, 6-element base station beam antenna designed for CB (11-meter) and amateur radio (10-meter) frequencies. It is specifically engineered for users who require a powerful signal in locations where space for larger antennas is limited.
Key Technical Specifications (2026)
Design: 6-element beam featuring a dual-polarity configuration (3 vertical and 3 horizontal elements) with a quad reflector.
Gain: Provides a significant 12.5 dB gain.
Power Handling: Standard rating of 2,000 Watts, with options to upgrade to 5kW, 10kW, or 30kW using different Maco gamma matches.
Dimensions:
Boom Length: 11.5 feet.
Longest Element: 17.5 feet.
Turn Radius: 10.5 feet.
Durability: Built from aircraft-grade aluminum with a wind survival rating of up to 90 MPH.
Weight: Approximately 21 lbs.
Performance Features
Dual Polarity: Allows for both vertical and horizontal polarization, typically requiring two separate coax cables to be run to the antenna.
Signal Rejection: Offers a front-to-back separation of 34 dB, helping to reject interference from unwanted directions.
Tuning: Features an adjustable VSWR of 1.1 or less for optimized performance on target frequencies.