# Shakespeare 5101 8 Classic VHF Antenna w/15' RG-58 Cable - White [5101]

**5101 8’ Classic VHF Antenna with 15' RG-58 Cable - White - Reduced Length Version**

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A standard of excellence in an economical antenna! Shakespeare brings you the best of the high-end features in an 8' antenna with a brass element and a smooth, high-gloss, polyurethane finish that won't turn yellow in the sun. This antenna delivers not only performance, but superb value.

**Features:**

-   Brass and copper elements
-   Chrome-plated brass ferrule with standard 1"-14 thread
-   Includes 15' RG-58 cable and a PL-259 connector
-   Suggested mount: Shakespeare Style 4187 Ratchet Mount, or use a Shakespeare Style 410-R Mounting Kit plus a Style 4008 Extension Mast to form a 16' antenna system
-   One section
-   Shakespeare Limited Warranty: 2 years

**Technical Specifications:**

-   Frequency:    VHF Marine Band
-   Bandwidth:    (within 2.01 SWR): 5 MHz
-   SWR:    1.5:1 at 156.8 MHz
-   Impedance:    (Ohms): 50
-   Gain:    6 dB
-   Max. Input (Watts):    50
-   DC Ground:    YES - however, the antenna will read "open circuit" when tested with an ohmmeter.
-   Termination:    15' RG-58 cable
-   Height (feet):    8'
-   Polarization:    Vertical
-   Radiation pattern: Omni-directional

**Specifications:**

-   Antenna Band: VHF
-   Color: White
-   Construction: Fiberglass
-   Ferrule Type: Chrome Plated
-   Length (Inches): 96"
-   Box Dimensions: 2"H x 2"W x 95"L WT: 3.65 lbs
-   UPC: 719441100490

  
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## Details

- **Price:** 119.99 USD
- **Type:** Antennas
- **Tags:** Brand_Shakespeare, Communication, Communication | Antennas

## Variants

| Variant | Price | Available |
|---------|-------|-----------|
| Default Title | 119.99 USD | In stock |

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> Updated: 2026-05-23