Hustler RUM-150 VHF Mobile Antenna 148 - 174 MHz 3.4 dB gain UHF Male (PL-259)

The Hustler RUM-150 is a VHF mobile antenna engineered for the 148–174 MHz band, delivering 3.4 dB of gain and a 100-watt power handling rating. It ships as a complete, ready-to-install assembly that includes a magnetic mounting base and a pre-installed 4.5-meter RG-58U cable terminated with a UHF Male (PL-259) connector. The magnetic base allows fast, tool-free deployment on any ferrous vehicle surface, making the RUM-150 a practical choice for fleet vehicles, public safety responders, utility crews, and other professionals who require reliable wideband VHF coverage without permanent installation hardware. At up to 124 cm (48.8 in) in overall length, the antenna provides a full-size radiating element optimized for performance across the entire 148–174 MHz allocation.

Key features & benefits

• Wideband VHF Coverage — Covers the full 148–174 MHz frequency range, accommodating a wide variety of VHF channel assignments without retuning.
• 3.4 dB Gain — Provides measurable gain over a unity-gain reference antenna, extending effective range and improving link reliability in mobile environments.
• 100-Watt Power Rating — Handles up to 100 watts of transmit power, supporting high-power mobile radios used in demanding professional and commercial applications.
• Magnetic Mounting Base Included — The bundled magnetic base mounts instantly to any steel vehicle surface, enabling rapid deployment and removal without drilling or permanent hardware.
• Pre-Installed 4.5 m RG-58U Cable Assembly — A 4.5-meter (14.76 ft) RG-58U coaxial cable comes factory-attached, reducing installation time and eliminating the need for a separate cable run.
• UHF Male (PL-259) Connector — Terminated with an industry-standard PL-259 connector for direct, secure connection to the SO-239 antenna port found on a broad range of VHF mobile radios.
• Full-Size Radiating Element — At up to 124 cm (48.8 in) in maximum antenna length, the RUM-150 provides an efficient, full-size radiating element for consistent on-air performance.