If you’re looking for a reliable and easy-to-deploy antenna for your next POTA activation or other outdoor operating adventure, watch DX Engineering’s Michael Murphy, KI8R, review the Chelegance MC-599 40-6M Portable Rigid V Rotatable Dipole—an excellent option that, in the words of one customer, is made with top-notch components that are “built to last.”
The MC-599 features a user-friendly marking system on its two telescopic whips to simplify the tuning process, impressive power handling up to 200W PEP SSB and 100W CW/Digital, consistent performance across a broad spectrum of frequencies, and a lightweight and compact design for easy transport.
The antenna comes with:
- Carrying bag
- Antenna base (balun)
- Two 18.37-foot telescoping whips with frequency markings
- Two 40M/7 MHz wire antenna elements
There are also optional accessories for the MC-599, which are sold separately:
- NCE-CH0010012-P1: M10 Bolt Kit, which secures the 40M wire elements to the antenna base when the telescoping whips are not installed
- NCE-CH0010012-P2: Guy Line Rope used to secure the antenna
- NCE-CH0010012-P3: Guy Line Anchor Rods used to secure the Guy Line Rope or the 40M wire elements
- NCE-CH0030029: Tripod Mast (below) for mounting and raising the antenna
KI8R isn’t the only operator singing the praises of the MC-599. Check out these customer reviews from DXEngineering.com:
Five Stars: “Wow. Been using this for a few weeks and have not been disappointed. Very fast setup and tear-down. Using the silkscreen markings gets the SWR close enough and I could tweak a bit to get even closer, but whoever I hunt they always pick me up!!! Recommend!”
Ronald, DX Engineering Customer
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Five Stars: “The center mounting/balun is built like a tank. All metal and hefty weight to it. The telescopic elements are fantastic. The frequency markings are very readable! The wire elements for 40M are extremely well made. I’m loving the quality of this antenna. The carrying case is really nice and durable! Build quality is exceptional.”
Joseph, DX Engineering Customer
Also check out KI8R’s review of the Chelegance MC-750 Portable HF Vertical Antenna.
