# Shakespeare Galaxy 5225-XT 8' VHF Antenna - 6dB Gain - Reduced Length [5225-XT]

**Galaxy 5225-XT 8' VHF Antenna - 6dB Gain - Reduced Length**

EXTRA TOUGH!

Shakespeare's best 8', 6dB Gain antenna. Its Galaxy® 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.

**Features:**

-   Collinear-phased 5/8 wave elements
-   Brass and copper elements for maximum range and efficiency
-   Stainless steel ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
-   20' RG-8/X low-loss cable plus a PL-259 connector
-   Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount
-   One section
-   Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 5 years
-   Includes FME cables

**Technical Specifications:**

-   Gain: 6dB
-   Frequency: VHF Marine Band
-   Bandwidth: 3 MHz within 2.0:1 VSWR
-   SWR: Nominally 1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
-   Impedance: 50 ohms
-   Max Input (Watts): 100 watts
-   DC Ground: YES
-   Polarization: Vertical

**Specifications:**

-   Antenna Band: VHF
-   Color: White
-   Construction: Fiberglass
-   Ferrule Type: Stainless Steel
-   Length (Inches): 96"
-   Box Dimensions: 2"H x 2"W x 95"L WT: 4.75 lbs
-   UPC: 719441200220

  
[Quick Guide (pdf)](https://productimageserver.com/literature/quickGuide/10636QG.pdf)

## Details

- **Price:** 249.99 USD
- **Type:** Antennas
- **Tags:** Brand_Shakespeare, Communication, Communication | Antennas

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 249.99 USD | In stock |

## Images

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> Updated: 2026-06-13