Maco V 5000

The Maco V5000 is a highly efficient 5/8 wave commercial ground plane base station antenna designed for CB and 10-meter radio use. It is known for its high power handling capability and performance.
Product Specifications
Antenna Type: 5/8 Wave Vertical Omni Directional Antenna with a commercial ground plane and radials.
Frequency Range: Field tunable from 26-33 MHz. Some sources mention a wider range of 26-46 MHz, but the primary range is 26-33 MHz.
Power Handling: Rated for up to 5,000 Watts.
Gain: Approximately 5 dB gain.
Height: The assembled height is between 16-1/2′ to 20′.
Material: Made from seamless aircraft-grade aluminum.
SWR: Achieves a maximum SWR of 1.5 or less when properly tuned.
Wind Survival: Built to handle winds up to 90 mph.
Connector: Uses an SO-239 connector.
User and Expert Opinions
The Maco V5000 is highly regarded by many users in the CB and amateur radio communities.
Superior Performance: Several users and experts note that its transmit and receive performance is superior to popular fiberglass antennas like the A99 and Imax 2000.
Excellent for DX/Skip: Reviewers mention that the low angle takeoff is great for “skip” contacts (long-distance communication when atmospheric conditions are right), working many states including Hawaii.
Build Quality: It is often described as a well-built, heavy-duty aluminum antenna, though one opinion noted the aluminum can seem thin/flimsy and suggested upgrading the included fasteners to stainless steel.
Tuning: The antenna is field-tunable, and some users note it is easy to adjust the SWR. A frequency-to-length chart is provided by Maco to assist with tuning.